This week marks the official return of the players for 2026 so it is only fitting that Mike Anderer, J.R. diBart and Mike Allen return to the virtual studio to kick off their 2026 with a discussion about Talles Magno, Keaton Parks and the other returning players to NYCFC.

We have all experienced the feeling of not being valued at work. Value is not about the price tag or cost, it is about the experience.

This week former-NYCFC defender, Justin Haak, made the choice to sign with LA Galaxy. In the move Haak reportedly signed for a lower salary than offered by NYCFC.

This week the guys discuss the departure of the homegrown player. They also look ahead at what key positions NYCFC need to fill once they start signing players in 2026.

Ultimately NYCFC lost their semifinal match to the eventual champions. That might not dampen the pain of the 5-1 loss in the Eastern Conference Final but it is a reminder of the success new coach Pascal Jansen had with the club in his first year.

Now enter a new Chief Soccer Officer in Todd Dunivant.

This week Mike Anderer, J.R. diBart and Mike Allen discuss what they know about the new CSO and also look at how he will impact NYCFC.

They also talk about the 2026 schedule, the 2027 calendar shift and ticket prices in Etihad Park.