Tayvon Gray
NYC
Right Back
Center Back
Possession Builder
Aug 19, 2002 (24)
Right
5'11"
163 lb
Ready after international duty
Gray's early exit from the Jamaica camp does not appear to be injury-related, as the right-back was absent from the official injury report ahead of the squad's trip to Chicago.
Analysis: Gray's early exit from the Jamaica camp does not appear to be a concern, with the right-back not listed with an injury ahead of the trip to Chicago. His return is timely with Mitja Ilenic (illness), the other natural option at right-back, ruled out. Gray has started all 23 of his MLS appearances this season, scoring once and providing one assist, and should resume his usual role on the right of the defense.
Leaves Jamaica NT camp
Gray dropped out of Jamaica's squad before Friday's Concacaf Nations League match in El Salvador for an undisclosed reason, according to New York Soccer Journal.
Analysis: The NYCFC defender did not play in the window's first two matches, and his status remains uncertain until more details emerge about why he left the national team's camp. His availability for New York City FC after the international break could depend on whether the absence was injury-related, as Jamaica didn't disclose whether that was the case.
Called up by Jamaica
Gray has been called up by Jamaica for four international matches between Sept. 25 and Oct. 5 and will miss the Sept. 26 MLS match against Atlanta United.
Analysis: Gray will be unavailable against Atlanta due to international duty after establishing himself as the undisputed starter at right-back this season. The defender has recorded 47 tackles, 28 interceptions and 66 clearances across 23 MLS appearances, highlighting his significant defensive workload. Mitja Ilenic is expected to start at right-back during his absence, while Gray should return for the Oct. 10 match against Chicago Fire.
Extends deal through 2029
Gray has signed a contract extension with New York City FC through 2028-29, with a club option for 2029-30, the club announced.
Analysis: Gray has made 175 appearances across all competitions since debuting as a Homegrown product in 2019, contributing three goals and 15 assists. He has made at least 20 starts in each of the last five MLS seasons and established himself as one of the league's most reliable right-backs while helping the club win the 2021 MLS Cup and 2022 Campeones Cup. He reached Century Club status in 2024 and holds the record for the most appearances by a Homegrown player in club history. The new contract is a recognition of his consistency and long-standing importance to the club.
Clears suspension
Gray has served his one match suspension and will be an option to the clash with Columbus on Sunday.
Analysis: Gray has recorded a start in all 10 appearances at right back for NYCFC, already recorded a goal and an assist on the season, a better outing after failing to find the scoresheet in 2025. He is also averaging about 2.1 crosses and 2.2 clearances a contest.
Sent off Saturday
Gray was shown a red card in the second half of Saturday's 1-0 loss to Montreal.
Analysis: Gray left his side with 10 men after earning a couple of yellow cards in a few minutes during the defeat. He's now banned for next Sunday's meeting with D.C. United and could bounce back versus Columbus Crew on May 10. The full-back has been heavily involved throughout the campaign, so this event forces the squad to a change in its usual lineup, perhaps deploying Raul Gustavo in his place.
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