During a press conference on Monday, NYCFC head coach Nick Cushing again strongly refuted the allegations brought forward by Toronto FC head coach John Herdman that Cushing punched a TFC player at halftime of their game in March.
“I categorically deny any involvement or any incident where I have punched or assaulted any Toronto FC player or staff member,” Cushing said. “I am shocked, personally. I’m upset by the allegation.”
NYCFC has asked MLS to investigate the incidents on Saturday evening following their 3-2 win in Toronto, including the nature of the allegation into Cushing by...