Since the MLS Cup doesn't take place at a neutral location, the host team is determined by the Supporters' Shield rankings. Due to the Eastern Conference losing the top three representatives, it means that the odds are quite slim for an Eastern Conference side to host the Cup.

For the first time in their 10-year Hudson River Derby history, New York City FC and the New York Red Bulls will square off in the MLS Cup Playoffs.

Red Bulls coach Sandro Schwarz and New York City FC coach Nick Cushing don’t expect to have to do much to get their respective squads ready for Saturday’s playoff edition of the Hudson River Derby. Even after both teams have had somewhat lengthy breaks since defeating their first-round opponents in the MLS Cup Playoffs,