Gray’s Stoppage‑Time Header Secures NYCFC 2‑1 Win Over Union

In a dramatic finish, Tayvon Gray struck a header in the 9th minute of stoppage time to give New York City FC a 2‑1 victory over the Philadelphia Union. The goal capped a 1‑0 lead that Hannes Wolf had secured in the 36th minute, and it came after the Union were reduced to ten men following a second yellow to Olwethu Makhanya.

Wolf, who has scored 11 goals in 2025, netted his first of the season in the 36th minute. The Union had pulled one back from a penalty in the 89th, but Gray’s late finish sealed the win for NYCFC, who now sit at 1‑0‑1 in the standings.