NYCFC claimed a big-time 2-1 win over Chicago Fire on Saturday to head into a crucial clash at Toronto on the 30th.
After a defeat to Vancouver and a late equalizer from Toronto denied them points in previous fixtures, NYCFC supporters might not have enjoyed as great a sense of comfort prior to this match as they did in other matches.
However, NYCFC’s response to a disappointing start to their month was impressive and should breed confidence ahead of a massive fixture with conference leaders in Toronto. NYCFC’s victory over Chicago ensures that their challenge at the top of the Eastern Conference remains intact, and keeps the possibility that they leapfrog Toronto open.