A second-half blitz saw New York City earn their first win in three games - beating Eastern Conference leaders DC United.
New York City FC survived an error from Andrea Pirlo to overrun DC United and triumph 3-1 in MLS play Thursday.
Pirlo gave away the ball in midfield in the lead-up to D.C.'s opening goal at Yankee Stadium, but strikes from Tommy McNamara, David Villa and Kwadwo Poku after the break saw NYCFC emerge victorious for the first time in three games.
The host dominated the match with 17 shots, including nine on target, compared to the visitors' five efforts, with four testing the home side's goalkeeper.