New York Red Bulls to showdown against Toronto FC for their next battle

For the forthcoming MLS showdown between New York Red Bulls and Toronto FC, here are key team trends and match history to contemplate:

New York Red Bulls acquired an average of 1 point per game in their last 5 encounters, scoring 7 times. The squad has struggled to find the net frequently, remaining goalless in 2 of the last 5 games and 39% of matches this season. They’ve seen both teams scoring in 3 of their last 5 matches and in 48% of all matches this season.

Toronto FC, on the other hand, has averaged 0.6 points per game from their last 5 matches, netting 6 times. Like their counterparts, Toronto has also been goal-shy in recent matchups – they haven’t scored in 2 of their past 5 games and lacked in 48% of games this season. They saw both teams scoring in 45% of all their matches and in 3 of their last 5 games.

Looking at their historical records, the two teams have clashed a total of 31 times; of these, New York Red Bulls have emerged victoriously in 17 games, while Toronto FC has won just 5. The last encounter between these two teams was dominated by New York RB with a score of 3-0.

The matches between the two teams have been quite exciting, averaging 2.84 goals and seeing both sides score in 52% of the games.

Considering their performance in this season’s MLS, New York Red Bulls have achieved an average of 2.25 points per home game while Toronto FC have averaged 1 point in their away matches.

Given these trends and statistics, it will be intriguing to see how this matchup unfolds.

Insights

• New York RB has been average in recent form, gaining 5 points from the last five games, which equates to 1 point per game.
• Both teams have seen ‘Both Teams to Score’ (BTTS) in 3 of their last five games.
• Despite scoring 7 times in the last five fixtures, New York RB has also failed to score in 2 of the last five games.
• Toronto FC has a slightly worse recent form than New York RB, having acquired only 3 points from the last five games (0.6 point per game on average).
• The last seven games for Toronto ended with at least 2 goals scored, suggesting a high-scoring game might take place.
• However, like New York RB, Toronto FC has also failed to score in 2 of their last five games.
• Interestingly, New York RB has a solid home track record this season, while Toronto FC’s away performance has been mediocre.
• In previous encounters between the two sides, New York RB seems to have the upper hand, winning 17 out of 31 games, while Toronto won only 5 and 9 ended in a draw.
• The last meeting between the two sides saw New York RB convincingly winning with a scoreline of 3 – 0.
• On average, bouts between New York RB and Toronto FC have witnessed 2.84 goals scored and BTTS landing in 52% of the games.
• This season, New York RB has averaged 2.25 points per game in home matches, as opposed to Toronto’s away game point average, which stands at 1 point per game.

Match Forecast

• Expect a high chance of goals resulting from set pieces as New York Red Bulls are very strong at attacking set pieces, and Toronto FC is weak at defending set pieces.
• Toronto FC may struggle to create viable opportunities as New York Red Bulls are adept at stealing the ball from the opposition.
• There will likely be several fouls committed in dangerous areas due to New York Bulls lacking ability to avoid such tackles.
• Both teams will likely make several mistakes, as avoiding individual errors is a significant weakness in both teams.
• Toronto FC’s preference for taking long shots could be advantageous, as it may bypass New York Bull’s strength in aerial duels.
• New York Red Bulls will likely spend much of the game in Toronto FC’s half, putting pressure on Toronto’s weaker defense.
• There may be numerous attempts from New York Red Bulls to create opportunities down the right side, coinciding with Toronto FC’s weakness defending against attacks down the wings.
• New York Red Bulls’ weakness in keeping possession could be exploited by Toronto FC’s very strong skills in stealing the ball from the opposition.
• Poor finishing of scoring chances could hinder the overall scoreline for both teams as they both struggle to turn opportunities into goals.

Match Facts

• Games between New York Red Bulls and Toronto FC most frequently end with a scoreline of 2-0 in favor of Red Bulls, particularly when the match is held in New York. This outcome has occurred six times so far.
• Out of 20 home matches against Toronto FC, the New York Red Bulls have emerged victorious 15 times, drawn 2 games, and lost 3, with a goal difference of 46-13 favoring the Red Bulls.
• Overall, in 42 meetings, the New York Red Bulls have won 22 games, drawn 10, and lost 10 with a goal difference of 76-42.
• It has been since 2017 since Toronto FC last claimed a win against the New York Red Bulls on the latter’s home ground.
• Last season, the New York Red Bulls beat Toronto FC in both encounters (2-0 at home and 4-1 away).
• Toronto FC is on a five-match losing streak in the MLS.
• Toronto FC has lost their last eight away games in the MLS.
• Notably, 37% of the goals scored by the New York Red Bulls occur between the 76-90th minutes – the highest percentage in the league.
• Toronto FC tends to score 23% of their goals between the 46-60th minutes.
• The New York Red Bulls have managed to avoid defeat against Toronto FC in their last five home games.
• However, the home team has failed to score in 5 out of their 16 home games this season in the MLS, while Toronto FC hasn’t scored in 11 of their 16 away games.
• Toronto FC hasn’t had any wins in their last 21 away games.
• The away season record of Toronto FC stands at 0-4-12.
• New York Red Bulls has displayed a superior performance in the MLS compared to Toronto FC.
• Also, the performance of the New York Red Bulls in recent matches appears to be better than that of Toronto FC.
• In the last five encounters between the two teams, the New York Red Bulls have won three times, and two matches have resulted in a draw.
• On an average, a New York-Toronto match sees 2.2 goals, with the Red Bulls contributing 1.8 of them and Toronto FC 0.4.
• In the first half of these matches, an average of 1.4 goals is scored.
• When playing at home, the Red Bulls score an average of 1.12 goals to Toronto’s 0.42.
• Both teams come into this match on the back of a defeat in the MLS.