Toronto FC’s winless streak stretches to 12 games after 1‑1 draw with NYCFC

Toronto FC drew 1‑1 with New York City FC at Yankee Stadium, extending its MLS winless run to 12 matches. NYCFC took the lead in the ninth minute when defender Richie Laryea fouled Agustín Ojeda, awarding a penalty that Nicolás Fernández converted, his 13th league goal, tying the Golden Boot race. Toronto equalised just before halftime as Djordje Mihailovic redirected a deflected shot into the net. Both goalkeepers made four saves – Matt Freese for NYCFC and Luka Gavran for Toronto. The match featured a host of injuries, with NYCFC missing ten players with leg problems. Toronto’s coach Robin Fraser fielded a near‑full first‑choice lineup, including new signing Niklas Dorsch, who made his club debut in midfield. The draw leaves Toronto at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, still searching for a win after a series of defeats dating back to early April. The result also keeps NYCFC in contention for the MLS Golden Boot, as Fernández remains tied for the league lead.