New York City vs Toronto prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, August 1, 2026
MLS USA
In the MLS regular season, a match between New York City and Toronto will take place on August 1, 2026. The home team is determined to fight for victory here.
New York City vs Toronto: Team News and Expert Analysis
The New York club finished fifth in the East. After defeating Charlotte and Philadelphia in the playoffs, they suffered a crushing 1-5 loss to Inter Miami. This season is proving more difficult, and it's not certain they'll make the playoffs. Against Columbus Crew, to whom they recently lost in the US Open Cup, they managed to take revenge with a 2-1 win. Then they beat Chicago Fire with a bit more confidence, 3-1.
The team from Toronto, of course, still remembers their relatively recent and only real success—winning the MLS Cup. But last season, they managed just 32 points and finished twelfth in the conference. This season's results are also modest, especially since late April. At least they managed to draw with New England. But then lost again—even to DC United.
Pascale Jansen's side currently averages 1.76 goals scored per game and concedes 1.35. The Canadians, meanwhile, have averaged 1.35 goals scored and, worryingly, 1.82 conceded per match.
Previous Matches: New York City vs Toronto
A year ago, the New York team won 3-1, which marked their sixth consecutive head-to-head victory.
It's hard to make a case for the visitors given their current form. The hosts have finally improved and should be able to win (odds – 1.63).
New York City vs Toronto: Key Stats and Trends
- New York City has won two matches in a row
- 65% of New York City's matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 3.12
- Toronto has lost six of their last nine matches
- 76% of Toronto's matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 3.18
New York City vs Toronto: Probable Starting Lineups
New York City plays in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Freese - Cavallo, Raul Gustavo, Thiago Martins, Tayvon Gray - Andres Perea, Tryuin - Jones, Arnau Farnos, Ojeda - Fernandez Mercau
Toronto plays in a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (possible lineup): Gavran - Gilman, Zimmerman, Monlouis - Alonso Coelho, Shalloi, Laryea, Kobe Franklin - Etienne, Corbeanu - Sargent
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