NYCFC Cruises to 4-0 Win Over Atlanta, Climbs to Fifth in Eastern Conference

New York City FC delivered a dominant 4-0 victory over Atlanta United at Yankee Stadium, marking their biggest win of the season and moving them up to fifth place in the MLS Eastern Conference. The turning point came just before halftime with a goal from Maxi Moralez, followed by a remarkable three-goal burst early in the second half from Mounsef Bakrar and a brace by Hannes Wolf. Wolf's performance featured two goals in quick succession, including a difficult angled shot and a composed finish past Atlanta’s goalkeeper Brad Guzan. Atlanta United, coached by Ronny Deila in his return to New York, continued to struggle on the road, failing to secure a regular-season win at NYCFC's home. NYCFC's goalkeeper Tomás Romero made his first MLS start and kept a clean sheet despite several first-team players being absent due to international duty. This victory avenged an earlier season loss in Atlanta and highlighted NYCFC's attacking prowess and tactical discipline under coach Pascal Jansen.