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Scouting report: Toronto FC vs. New York Red Bulls

Michael Battista of Hudson River Blue previews Saturday's home opener between TFC and the New York Red Bulls at BMO Field.

John Molinaro

Mar 13, 2026 — 2 min read

TFC's Raheem Edwards. (Photo by Lucas Kschischang/Toronto FC)

Toronto FC returns to MLS action when it hosts the New York Red Bulls on Saturday in its home opener (1:00 p.m. ET/TSN & Apple TV).

TFC Republic spoke to Michael Battista of Hudson River Blue about this weekend's match, New York's season thus far, Michael Bradley as coach of the Red Bulls and much more.

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