NYPD Soccer Team Defeats FDNY in Ford Classic
The NYPD Finest F.C. squad secured a 3-1 victory over the FDNY team at Belson Stadium.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Soccer
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On October 2, 2026, the NYPD Finest F.C. soccer team defeated the FDNY in the Ford Classic. The win brings the NYPD's all-time lead in the competitive series to 5-3.
Why it matters
The annual match highlights the long-standing athletic rivalry between New York City's emergency service agencies. Success in the tournament follows the NYPD's recent championship win at the North American Police Soccer Tournament.
The NYPD Finest F.C. holds a 5-3 lead in the Ford Classic series after their 3-1 win. The team maintains a rigorous schedule, training at Flushing Meadows Park on Wednesday and Friday mornings.
The players
Brandon Silva
He is a 30-year-old officer stationed in the 113th precinct in South Jamaica.
Justin Silva
He is a 25-year-old officer who joined the MTA police force in January 2025.
NYPD Finest F.C.
This is the official soccer team representing the New York City Police Department.
FDNY soccer team
This team represents the New York City Fire Department in competitive agency matchups.
The details
Brothers Brandon Silva, a 30-year-old officer stationed in the 113th precinct, and 25-year-old MTA officer Justin Silva are key players for the NYPD team. The squad competes regularly in the Cosmopolitan Soccer League on Sundays throughout the season.
Timeline
January 2025: Justin Silva joined the MTA police force.
June 2026: Brandon Silva graduated from the NYPD Police Academy.
September 2026: The NYPD team won the North American Police Soccer Tournament.
October 2, 2026: The NYPD defeated the FDNY 3-1 in the Ford Classic.
December 2026: Scheduled conclusion of the Sunday league play season.
The Big Picture
The NYPD team operates within the professional standards of the Cosmopolitan Soccer League. This affiliation allows the squad to maintain competitive fitness outside of their specialized police tournament appearances.
The victory improves the NYPD's series standing to 5-3 against the FDNY. Fans of the league can continue to track player performance through the conclusion of the Sunday league schedule in December.
The takeaway
The Silva brothers exemplify the dedication required to balance high-level athletic competition with a career in law enforcement. Maintaining consistent training habits remains the primary driver behind the team's ability to secure tournament wins.
What happens next
The NYPD Finest F.C. will compete in the next North American Police Soccer Tournament scheduled to be held in Dallas.
Further reading
Find more local athletic updates in the New York City Soccer section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Tablet.
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