The New York Red Bulls are set to kick of their 2016 MLS campaign against Toronto FC at home on Sunday, March 6 at 1:30 p.m. EST (TV: MSG, RADIO: Red Bulls Radio English/Spanish). For information on getting to Red Bull Arena, visit the Transportation Hub.
The Red Bulls look to start off the season on a positive note after winning the Supporters’ Shield, while Sebastian Giovinco and Toronto FC looks ahead to the new season after finishing in sixth place of the Eastern Conference.
Here are some numbers to know ahead of Sunday’s matchup:
0: The Red Bulls have zero losses at Red Bull Arena all-time vs. Toronto FC, with six wins and a draw. In seven games at Red Bull Arena, New York has outscored Toronto, 20-4.
4: Sacha Kljestan has scored four regular season goals against Toronto FC in his four MLS seasons. Heading into the home opener, Kljestan is on a nine-game regular season points streak in home games, including two goals and eight assists.
6: The Red Bulls held the longest winning streak at home last season with six wins in a row, including a 3-0 victory over Toronto FC at Red Bull Arena. Last year the Red Bulls won 12 home games, a club record.
8: The Red Bulls are unbeaten in their last eight matches at home against Toronto FC. In total, New York is 9-1-1 against TFC at home, with their only loss coming in October 2008. In 11 prior games at home against TFC, the Red Bulls have outscored the visitors, 31-7, including seven shutouts.
9: Goalkeeper Luis Robles enters the 2016 season after posting nine shutouts in 2015, including one in a 3-0 win against Toronto FC. The reigning MLS Goalkeeper of the Year has recorded 28 career shutouts for the Red Bulls, a franchise record.
13: Bradley Wright-Philips enters the 2016 season 13 goals shy of tying the club’s all-time record for goals scored held by Juan Pablo Angel with 58 goals. Wright-Philips currently has 45 career goals with the Red Bulls in three seasons.
45: The Red Bulls lead all MLS teams in goals scored against Toronto FC. In 23 games played between the clubs, New York has outscored Toronto, 45-23.
