Toronto FC hosts NYCFC at BMO Field

6 sourcesUpdated Aug 29, 2026

Toronto FC hosts New York City FC at BMO Field amid the Canadian National Exhibition, with Toronto hoping to build on its latest improved form and NYCFC aiming to snap a winless run in MLS play. Toronto posibles lineup shifts due to Niklas Dorsch’s absence, with Josh Sargent stepping into a roaming role and captain Jonathan Osorio sidelined through knee injury, while Walker Zimmerman returns to bolster a defense. NYCFC, currently one point ahead of Toronto in the Eastern Conference playoff race, will be without eight players due to leg injuries, including Alonso Martinez who is returning to training from ACL rehab, creating a crowded absence list for head coach Patrick Jansen to navigate. Prior meetings have been tight, including a 1-1 draw at Yankee Stadium and a 1-1 result in the latest encounter, with both sides looking to improve after recent uneven form. As the teams meet for the second time this season, Toronto’s Daniel Salloi and Emilio Aristizabal will look to contribute offensively, while NYCFC’s Nicolas Fernandez Mercau remains a key goal threat, aiming to exploit any gaps left by injuries and fatigue on a busy schedule.

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News BreakLean LeftToronto FC unbeaten in 4, welcome New York City FC to BMO Field for CNE game

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