St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

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St. Louis City host Toronto FC at Energizer Park on September 19, 2026, in a Major League Soccer clash where any St. Louis City vs Toronto FC prediction leans heavily toward the red-hot home side.

St. Louis City sit fifth in the Western Conference standings with 11 wins, 6 losses and 8 ties for 41 points, and arrive at home flying high with real momentum.

Toronto FC are 12th in the Eastern Conference standings on 29 points, holding a modest 6-8-11 record and traveling into a hostile environment that has punished visitors all year.

This is Toronto FC's first ever visit to Energizer Park, and the stakes are clear as St. Louis City chase points that keep their playoff push firmly on track.

St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Recent Results

St. Louis City are undefeated in their last 15 games in Major League Soccer and have scored at least two goals in each of their last five. Rafael Navarro netted a brace in a 4-2 comeback win over Minnesota United, then Yoann Damet's side backed it up with a 3-0 U.S. Open Cup win over Colorado to reach the final.

Toronto FC had a season-high seven-game MLS unbeaten run halted by a 3-0 road loss at Orlando City. There have been over 2.5 goals in six of Toronto's last seven games in the league, and Josh Sargent has attempted four-plus shots in each of his last three outings.

St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

St. Louis City: Kyle Hiebert (Injured/out), Bence McSorley (Injured/out), Jeong Sang-Bin (Injured/doubtful)

Toronto FC: Deandre Kerr (Injured/out), Jonathan Osorio (Injured/out), Nicksoen Palacio (Injured/out), Luka Stefanovic (Injured/out), Djordje Mihailovic (Injured/doubtful)

St. Louis City

Jeong Sang-Bin picked up a knock against Colorado in the U.S. Open Cup and will be assessed before kickoff, while Kyle Hiebert and Bence McSorley remain sidelined. Damion Downs could step in to partner Rafael Navarro up top, and Chris Durkin is in line for a recall in midfield.

Toronto FC

Toronto FC have five injuries to navigate for this game, with Deandre Kerr, Jonathan Osorio, Nicksoen Palacio and Luka Stefanovic all out and Djordje Mihailovic doubtful. Robin Fraser could make one change to the side that faced Orlando City, recalling Alonso Coello into the attacking midfield.

St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Predicted Lineup

St. Louis City

Formation: 3-4-1-2

Predicted Starting Lineup: Bürki; Orozco, Baumgartl, Fall; Santos, Edelman, Durkin, Wallem; Holse; Downs, Navarro

Toronto FC

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: Gavran; Pereira, Kuscevic, Zimmerman, Laryea; Dorsch, Cimermancic; Etienne, Coello, Sallói; Sargent

St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Key Stats & Game Facts

• St. Louis City have scored 2+ goals in five of their last five games in Major League Soccer.
• There have been 12+ shots on target in three of Toronto FC's last three games in Major League Soccer.
• Josh Sargent has attempted 4+ shots in three of his last three appearances in Major League Soccer.
• Dániel Sallói has scored or assisted in six of his last nine appearances against St. Louis City in Major League Soccer.
• Marcel Hartel has scored in three of his last four appearances in Major League Soccer.

St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Everything about this matchup points to St. Louis City. They are the clear favorites at -160 (Spreadex), undefeated in 15 straight league games and scoring for fun at home, while Toronto FC arrive shorthanded and reeling from a heavy loss. Our St. Louis City vs Toronto FC prediction is a 2-1 home win, with goals flowing at both ends.

Best Picks

Christopher Durkin to record Over 0.5 shots on target in the Player Shots On Target market. In the Player Shots On Target market, Durkin is recalled into a dominant St. Louis City midfield that has been putting up big numbers at home. With the hosts pressing forward and Toronto FC undermanned through the middle, Durkin should see plenty of opportunity to test the keeper.

Conrad Wallem to record Over 1.5 shots in the Player Shots market. In the Player Shots market, Wallem is operating on the right flank for home favorites St. Louis City, who love to attack down the wings. He has scored or assisted in three of his last three games in MLS, and that involvement should translate into shot volume against a Toronto FC side that has struggled on the road.

St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Same Game Parlay

Our St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Same Game Parlay picks stack four legs: Josh Sargent over 3.5 shots, over 3.5 total goals, Simon Becher to score anytime and both teams to score.

Josh Sargent leads the Toronto FC attack and has attempted four-plus shots in each of his last three league games, making over 3.5 shots a natural leg for his workload.

Over 3.5 total goals fits the script, with St. Louis City scoring at least two goals in five of their last five league games and plenty of chances expected here.

Simon Becher offers scoring value off the bench or in the XI, having found the net in three of his last five league appearances for a side firing on all cylinders.

Both teams to score rounds it out, with Toronto FC producing 12-plus shots on target in three of their last three league games and St. Louis City always dangerous at home.

At the time of writing, this Same Game Parlay returns a top price of +973 at the best book and falls to +750 at the short end. Shop around: that spread works out to $22 more in profit on a $10 stake from top to bottom of the market.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Talking Points

This one is all about St. Louis City's press. Robin Fraser has said his team must move the ball quickly and engage high to counter St. Louis City's aggressive defensive pressure, which is easier said than done for a Toronto FC side that has won only two road games all season, carrying a 2-6-3 away record. There is a subplot too, with St. Louis City defender Lukas MacNaughton facing the club he played for across the 2022 and 2023 seasons. Given how St. Louis City are firing at home and how heavily Toronto FC lean on Josh Sargent and Dániel Sallói to create, the visitors will need a near-perfect night to leave Energizer Park with anything.

St. Louis City vs Toronto FC Predictions FAQs

When is the St. Louis City vs Toronto FC game?

The game takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, kicking off at 8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT.

Where is St. Louis City vs Toronto FC being played?

The game will be played at Energizer Park in St. Louis.

What are the projected lineups for St. Louis City vs Toronto FC?

St. Louis City are projected to line up in a 3-4-1-2 formation with Roman Bürki in goal and Rafael Navarro in attack. Toronto FC are expected to start in a 4-2-3-1 setup led by forward Josh Sargent.

What is the team news for St. Louis City vs Toronto FC?

St. Louis City are monitoring Jeong Sang-Bin following a knock, while Kyle Hiebert and Bence McSorley are sidelined with injuries. Toronto FC have five injuries to navigate, including Jonathan Osorio, Deandre Kerr, and Nicksoen Palacio.

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