NYCFC open their Leagues Cup Campaign with a 2-0 win against Santos Laguna

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Taking a break from MLS play, NYCFC took home a 2-0 victory against Mexican opponent Santos Laguna in the Leagues Cup. Goal scorers were defenders Tayvon Gray and Nico Cavallo show just how potent this New York attack has been recently. Santos Laguna goalkeeper Carlos Acevado made his first save of the game after Ojeda’s low effort. Freese’s stellar play led to New York keeping a clean sheet and securing the win in the opening game of Phase One in the Leagues Cup. The team continues their campaign in the Leagues Cup against Cruz Azul on Saturday.