Do or die. TFC must win this game to have any realistic chances of making the playoffs. (and hope for Philly to pound Columbus)
NY has not lost in Red Bull Arena in 9 games or something, and losing some guys to int call ups. Though Cahill has been a non factor this season. NY also has Peguy Luyindula suspended, who has been playing the #10 role.
NY defence is somewhat weak, with 2 CBs that are physical, but prone to bonehead mistakes. Think more experienced and better versions of Doneil Henrys. And GK Robles puts on a Jekyl and Hyde act. One moment of brilliance, combined with some terrible gaffs.
Stop Thierry Henry at all cost. Whoever is playing RB has to be really switched on as Henry likes to drift left and cut in. Any miscommunication in defence will leave Henry exploiting the space and he's deadly as a playmaker this season, as well scoring some key goals. Stop Henry, and Bradley Wright-Phillips has shitload of goals, but he needs like 3 good chances to put 1 away.
Pound NYRB midfield, which is weaker than TFC mid, and pray that Defoe doesn't miss sitters.
Come on you Reds