Yamil Asad's Goal Secures FC Cincinnati's Victory Over NYCFC in MLS Playoffs

FC Cincinnati takes a 1-0 lead in the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series, with Yamil Asad scoring his first playoff goal.

Yamil Asad scored in the 51st minute, assisted by Luciano Acosta, marking Asad's first career playoff goal.
Roman Celentano kept a clean sheet for FC Cincinnati, making two crucial saves during the match.
New York City FC's Tayvon Gray was sent off in stoppage time, complicating their efforts for a comeback.
FC Cincinnati will aim to close out the best-of-three series in Game 2, scheduled for Saturday in New York.
Despite a strong start, NYCFC struggled defensively in the second half, with goalkeeper Matt Freese making five saves.