Both New York City FC and Toronto FC have struggled keeping the ball out of the net in the first 45 minutes of matches this season. Toronto FC have allowed a league-high 27 goals, while New York City FC have conceded 22 goals in first halves this season.
The two clubs combined for five first-half goals in a 4-4 draw on July 12 at Yankee Stadium with the visitors holding a 3-2 advantage at the break. New York City FC won 2-0 on June 20 at BMO Field giving the series 10 total goals in just two meetings.
| Club | FH Goals Allowed |
|---|---|
| Toronto FC | 27 |
| New York City FC | 22 |
| Chicago Fire | 20 |
| D.C. United | 19 |
| Philadelphia Union | 19 |
| Columbus Crew SC | 19 |
Hello Again
Wednesday's match will be the first time a former New York City FC player will suit up against the Club on behalf of another team.
Defender Josh Williams was placed on waivers by New York City FC on July 24. He was signed by Toronto FC one week later.
Williams, 27, has five appearances each for both clubs. He's projected as Toronto FC's starting right back Wednesday.
Road Woes
Toronto FC in the midst of a season-long six-match winless streak (0-4-2) away from home, dating back to June 5. The club has allowed 19 goals druing that span, which is six more goals than they've conceded in their first nine road matches (4-4-1) this season.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 5 | at Seattle Sounders | 2-1 L |
| Aug. 15 | at New York Red Bulls | 3-0 L |
| Aug. 1 | at New England | 3-1 L |
| July 25 | at Columbus Crew SC | 3-3 D |
| July 12 | at New York City FC | 4-4 D |
| July 4 | at Los Angeles Galaxy | 4-0 L |
Key Numbers
- Both New York City FC and Toronto FC have a -11 first half goal differential.
- Sebastian Giovinco is the only player in MLS to have double-digit goals (17) and assists (13) this season.
- New York City FC have alternated wins and losses in their last four home matches (L-W-L-W).
- Toronto FC have conceded eight penalty kicks this season -- second most in the league behind Real Salt Lake (9).
- Both clubs have scored 14 goals in the final 15 minutes of play in matches this season. Could make for a dramatic finish.
- Toronto FC rank second in MLS with 1.70 goals per match this campaign.
