New York City FC’s midfield bruiser Alexander Ring had not started a match since March 17. An injury placed him on the sideline and, in his absence, the Cityzens were making due with new signing Ebenezer Ofori, paired with Ring’s midfield mate Yangel Herrera.
Obviously it didn’t go all that poorly, as New York City FC remained undefeated throughout his absence, but that is a credit to the depth of the squad, not to just how much Ring is needed.
Against Atlanta United, in front of a screaming crowd of red and black, New York City FC needed Alex Ring, in every imaginable capacity.