Toronto FC made life more difficult for themselves in the last month by taking just three of a possible 12 points from a four-game home stretch late in the season. Most recently, they fell to DC United 2-1 in a frustrating effort where their finishing ability was nowhere to be seen.
Now, though, the Reds have had a two-week international break to reflect, which may have come at the perfect time for them as they can now try to break their slump and build up some momentum before the playoffs. What's better than a rivalry match in what's bound to be a playoff-like atmosphere for lighting a fire under a struggling team?