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Fernández Mercau Makes History with Five Goals for NYCFC

4/5/2026

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Nicolás Fernández Mercau, a 26-year-old Argentine midfielder for New York City FC, scored five goals in the first five games of the season, becoming the club's first player to reach this milestone, with interest from Portuguese clubs.
Head coach Pascal Jansen praised Fernández Mercau's adaptation to playing as a striker.
Fernández Mercau is happy in New York City and focused on performance amid transfer rumors.

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Nicolás Fernández Mercau, a 26-year-old Argentine midfielder for New York City FC, scored five goals in the first five games of the season, becoming the club's first player to reach this milestone, with interest from Portuguese clubs.
Head coach Pascal Jansen praised Fernández Mercau's adaptation to playing as a striker.
Fernández Mercau is happy in New York City and focused on performance amid transfer rumors.