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Nicolás Fernández scores on PK in 2nd half to help NYCFC earn 1-1 draw with Galaxy

February 23, 2026

In their season opener, New York City FC managed to secure a 1-1 draw against the Los Angeles Galaxy, thanks to Nicolás Fernández's penalty kick in the second half. The Galaxy initially took the lead with a goal from newcomer João Klauss, but a red card for Emiro Garcés allowed NYCFC to equalize late in the match.

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NYCFC and LA Galaxy played to a 1-1 draw in their MLS season opener.
João Klauss scored the opening goal for LA Galaxy with assists from Marco Reus and Joseph Paintsil.
Emiro Garcés of LA Galaxy received a red card, leading to a penalty for NYCFC.
Nicolás Fernández converted the penalty to equalize for NYCFC.
The match took place in front of a sellout crowd of 30,510 at Dignity Health Sports Park.

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Nicolás Fernández scores on PK in 2nd half to help NYCFC earn 1-1 draw with Galaxy

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