It is official New York City Football Club will face Toronto F.C. after the latter survived the first stage knockout round of the 2016 MLS playoffs. New York City solidified second place in the MLS Eastern Conference this past Sunday against the Columbus Crew, and, as a result, now have their first match up for the second round of the playoffs locked in.
Since Toronto is the higher seeded team in the standings, they automatically play the second place NYCFC, a game which will take place on October 30 at 7 p.m. ET in Toronto.
Thanks to their position in the Eastern Conference standings (2nd), New York City secured a full week of rest before their next match while Toronto must face the challenge of a short week, after an emotional home win.