N. Fernández Mercau

N. Fernández Mercau — season analysis

Nicolás Ezequiel Fernández Mercau (Argentina) is the reference point of the New York City FC (MLS) attack this 2026/27 season at 25.

So far he has scored 14 goals and provided 3 assists in 22 appearances — 17 goal contributions in total. That comes across 1,971 minutes on the pitch, or 0.64 goals per 90 minutes and 0.78 goal involvements per 90. He has started 22 of those matches. That works out to a goal roughly every 141 minutes. Those 14 goals place him #3 in the MLS scoring charts on this site.

He has attempted 44 shots (73% finding the frame) and converts 32% of them. He creates chances too, with 44 key passes and 81% passing accuracy. In one-on-ones he completes 60% of his dribbles.

He wins 56% of his duels. 3 of his goals have come from the penalty spot. Disciplinary record this season: 8 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 16.8, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.