New York City FC has teamed up with Hometown Soccer Holdings to launch an MLS NEXT Pro franchise in Middlesex County, marking the club’s first expansion into the state’s soccer scene. The partnership will bring a new professional team to the area, providing local players with a higher level of competition and a clear pathway to the MLS first team. The move is part of NYCFC’s broader strategy to grow its brand and fan base beyond the city, while giving Middlesex County a fresh source of community pride and youth development opportunities. The new club will compete in the MLS NEXT Pro league, the third tier of U.S. soccer, and is expected to start play in the upcoming season.
New York City FC Partners with Hometown Soccer Holdings to Bring MLS NEXT Pro to Middlesex County New York City FC
