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The XI: The Captain Returns

NYCFC welcomes back David Villa in a strong starting XI from Doménec Torrent.

After missing over a month of action and serving the one game MLS suspension due to missing the All-Star Game, DV7 will return to the field in a starting role. Villa is flanked by an on fire Jesus Medina and returning to top-form Ismael Tajouri-Shradi.

In the engine room is the ever-strengthening partnership between MLS All-Star Alex Ring and Eben Ofori. Completing the midfield is Maxi Moralez in an attacking position. Moralez has been key in setting up opportunities for the advanced players, so look for him to apply the pressure on Toronto’s defenders.