Toronto FC won their first ever playoff game on Wednesday, defeating the Philadelphia Union 3-1 to advance to the Conference Semifinals. With a victory in either leg, New York City Football Club will have the ability to say the same.
Patrick Viera’s men will play their first ever postseason game (albeit in their second season) on Sunday when they travel to Toronto for the first leg of their playoff tie with Toronto. While all four MLS Cup quarterfinal ties are perhaps equally intriguing, this one has just a bit more pizazz.
European pedigree, American talent, explosive offenses, and two teams looking to take on sky-high expectations and advance to the Eastern Conference Finals.