DC United desperately need points on Thursday, Oct 29 at 12:30 AM in the MLS. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Toronto FC come into this fixture drawing too many games (3D in last 5). DC United travel out of form (0W 2L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Toronto FC and DC United have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (3W–3D–4W). Their last encounter ended in Toronto FC won 1–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.4 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Toronto FC a slight edge, but DC United are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.