Keys to the Game

KEYS TO THE GAME, pres. by Honda: New York Red Bulls vs. Toronto FC

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The New York Red Bulls close out their regular season series with Toronto FC this Sunday afternoon. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m.


Here are the Keys to the Game, presented by Honda: 


Finish Regular Season on a High Note

In its last home appearance against New England Revolution, New York walked away with a 1-0 win, thanks to an Aaron Long goal in the 89th minute.


The Red Bulls will return back to Red Bull Arena and host Toronto, who’s coming off a 2-1 win over Inter Miami CF.


This season, the Red Bulls have won 13 points out of 27 possible points at RBA. A win, plus a Revolution defeat will allow New York to skip the play-in game. 


Rub Off Recent Result

Not all was negative after the New York Derby defeat as Brian White tallied a goal and has done so in three of the last four matches.


Meanwhile, midfielder Cristian CĂ¡sseres Jr. has three assists in the last six MLS matches.


The Red Bulls saw a five-game unbeaten streak end at Yankee Stadium and will seek to begin a new one as they head into the playoffs. 


Toronto Still Seeking Supporters’ Shield 

If Toronto wins its match against the Red Bulls and Philadelphia loses/draws its game against the Revs, TFC will secure the Shield.


Another combination that could give the Shield to TFC is a tie against New York and a Philly loss.  


Toronto’s road record this season is 5-2-2.