DC United travels to Citi Field this Sunday, May 3, for an Eastern Conference matchup against New York City FC in the club's eleventh match of the 2026 MLS season. Kickoff is set for 3:00 p.m. ET in New York. The Black-and-Red enter the weekend with a record of 3-4-3 and 12 points, looking to build on their recent 3-2 comeback win over Orlando City SC and earn back-to-back victories for the first time this season. Defender Kye Rowles scored his first goal of the season in the 90th minute, while forward Louis Munteanu netted his first career MLS goal. Midfielder Jackson Hopkins also contributed with an opening goal, marking his second of the season. Head Coach René Weiler hopes to carry this momentum onto the road. Forward Tai Baribo, who missed the last match, will be assessed ahead of Sunday’s game, and his return would bolster the attack significantly. New York City FC also holds a record of 3-4-3 with 12 points under head coach Pascal Jansen, but their path to this point has been different. NYCFC started strong with three wins in their first four matches but has struggled recently, going 0-3-3 in their last six outings. Their latest match ended in a 0-1 defeat against CF Montréal. Midfielder Nicolás Fernández leads NYCFC with eight goals this season, while Maxi Moralez has six assists, tied for the league lead. This match marks the first meeting between DC United and NYCFC in the 2026 MLS regular season. Historically, NYCFC leads the all-time series 11-8-5, with DC United holding a 2-8-2 record in away matches against them. The last encounter was on August 30, 2025, when DC United secured a 2-1 victory at Citi Field. In terms of statistics, DC United goalkeeper Sean Johnson has made 33 saves and recorded three clean sheets in ten appearances this season. The Black-and-Red have scored seven goals in their last two matches, showcasing their attacking potential. As both teams look to improve their standings, this match promises to be an exciting clash in the Eastern Conference.