With both local MLS teams near the top of the standings — and playing huge games this weekend that could help determine the Supporters’ Shield — league commissioner Don Garber said the arrival of New York City FC has been great for area soccer.
NYCFC are on the verge of clinching a playoff berth, their 44 points two off the Eastern Conference lead and just a tiebreaker away from second place. They will host MLS-leading Dallas — fresh off Wednesday’s U.S. Open Cup title — Saturday at Yankee Stadium (7 p.m., YES). The second-place Red Bulls, who hold the tiebreaker over their rivals, travel to face East-leading Toronto (5 p.