Toronto FC vs New York City FC: Preview, How to Watch, & Prediction Lineups

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·29 August 2026

Toronto FC vs New York City FC: Preview, How to Watch, & Prediction Lineups

I know I’m getting repetitive, but we are here to present a new MLS matchday, where many teams try to shorten their way into the playoff race. On the other hand, the last thing we are going to watch from US clubs is the Leagues Cup, because every team has been eliminated.

Still, let’s not be sad; we continue watching our best players every week and weekend. Now, we join one of the most even matches: Toronto FC vs New York City FC.

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With only three points separating these teams in the Eastern Conference standings, this matchup promises to be a tightly contested tactical battle.

With that being said, join us for this Toronto FC vs. New York City FC preview. In this article, we will discuss the latest news, provide information on how to watch the game, and present the predicted formation.

Toronto FC vs New York City FC: Preview, How to Watch It on TV, & Prediction Lineups

Aug 23, 2026; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New York City FC head coach Pascal Jansen helps forward Luighi Hanri (20) from the sideline as they take on the New England Revolution in the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

When is the kick-off? Saturday, August 29th
What time is kick-off? 7:30 pm ET
Where is it played? BMO Field, Toronto

Predicted lineups for NYCFC vs the Reds

New York City FC:

Goalkeeper: Matt Freese
Defenders: Tayvon Gray, Max Murray, James Sands, Nico Cavallo
Midfielders: Jonathan Shore, Nicolas Fernandez Mercau, Andrés Perea
Forwards: Agustin Ojeda, Benie Traore, Talles Magno

Toronto FC:

Goalkeeper: Luka Gavran
Defenders: Benjamin Kuscevic, Kobe Franklin, Richie Laryea, Walker Zimmerman
Midfielders: Kobe Franklin, Markus Cimermancic, Alonso Coello Camarero, Djordje Mihailovic
Forwards: Dániel Sallói, Josh Sargent, Derrick Etienne Jr

Where to watch the New York City FC vs Toronto FC

The encounter between these two teams will start at 7:30 pm ET at BMO Stadium in Toronto.

This match is available to watch live on Apple TV. Remember, all MLS games can only be watched through Apple TV.

Injury Report

New York City FC:

Drew Baiera - Lower Body (Out)
Arnau Farnós - Lower Body (Out)
Talles Magno - Lower Body (Out)
Alonso Martínez - Lower Body (Out)
Maxi Moralez - Lower Body (Out)
Aiden O’Neill - Lower Body (Out)
Kai Trewin - Lower Body (Out)
Hannes Wolf - Lower Body (Out)

Toronto FC:

Niklas Dorsh - Head/Face (Out)
Denadre Kerr - Lower Body (Out)
Jonathan Osorio - Knee (Out)
Nelson Palacio - Reconditioning (Out)

Score Prediction

What to say about this game: Toronto FC has improved since the last time they faced each other. On the other hand, NYCFC’s results have gotten worse, making the Reds the favorites in this matchup.

Nevertheless, every match presents NYCFC with an opportunity to turn things around and begin a winning streak. However, the team has failed to secure a victory in its last five games.

Much like their previous encounter, I expect another draw at BMO Stadium this Saturday between the Reds and the Pigeons.

Toronto could open the scoring with their home advantage, but NYCFC has the quality to respond and level the match.