Rookie Performances Propel NYCFC to Narrow Victory Over Toronto Amid On-Field Tensions

New York City FC secured a 3-2 win against Toronto FC, marked by standout rookie contributions and a post-game brawl.

Rookie Malachi Jones scored his first career goal, contributing to NYCFC's 3-2 win over Toronto.
Andrés Perea and Santiago Rodríguez also scored, with Perea netting his season's first during the match.
Post-match tensions escalated into a brawl, highlighting ongoing rivalry and previous altercations.
Goalkeeper Matt Freese made nine saves, nearly matching his career high in a tightly contested game.
The victory ended Toronto's three-match win streak, signaling a strong performance from NYCFC under first-year manager Nick Cushing.