Some things never change. Broccoli will always remain unappealing, society will never be fully satisfied with the weather, and major Toronto sports franchises will continue to break the hearts of millions, nationwide.
Toronto FC’s third defeat in seven days has created fear for a fan base praying to see their club make its first playoff appearance in franchise history.
Toronto FC’s tactical flexibility has been questioned on several occasions this season. Ryan Nelsen’s reluctance to stray away from his preferred 4-4-2 is odd, but the return of Michael Bradley, and a congested fixture list forced his hand.
Toronto FC made another significant transfer move this week, acquiring Ghanaian attacker Dominic Oduro from the Columbus Crew in exchange for Alvaro Rey.
One of the main themes that dominated European football over the past 12 months was the success of reactive football. Teams dominated games through negating space in the final third, and attacking on the counter in some of the biggest matches this season.
On paper, Ryan Nelsen’s team selection suggested that Toronto FC would claim a straightforward first leg Amway Canadian Championship semifinal victory over a young Vancouver Whitecaps side.
Toronto FC suffered their second defeat of the season against the Colorado Rapids in a dull encounter at BMO Field. Poor field conditions can be held accountable for the lacklustre showdown, but the match was also dire from a tactical perspective.
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A win is a win. It may not have stopped the bleeding in league play but Toronto FC was finally able to taste victory once again knocking off the Montreal Impact 2-0 in the Amway Canadian Championship (ACC) semifinal.
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On and off the pitch frustration could be seen on the faces and body language of Toronto FC players as another game slipped from its collective grasp to suffer yet another defeat.
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After five straight losses to begin the MLS season and the worst start in franchise history, the hope of turning its fortunes around and the goal of a playoff spot is looking faint for Toronto FC.
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“The more things change, the more they stay the same.”
The famous saying could not be more appropriate for Toronto FC in its short existence in Major League Soccer.
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After two disappointing back-to-back scoreless draws, Canada broke out with four goals to put on a dominating display for Canadian fans at BMO Field on Tuesday night.
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It's the same old story and it is getting tiresome if you're a Toronto FC supporter.
Once again Toronto gave up a late goal off a set-piece and another impressive effort was erased.
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With a tendency to blow leads and have victories slip through its fingers, Toronto FC did not let history repeat itself on Saturday afternoon at BMO Field.
Puerto Rico's goalkeeper makes an acrobatic save on Tosaint Ricketts while the linesman raises his flag to signal offside
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Toronto FC forward Ryan Johnson hangs his head in frustration after a missed opportunity in a 1-0 loss to Chivas USA on Saturday afternoon at BMO Field
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TFC goalkeeper Milos Kocic (centre) reacts to the header on the game-tying goal
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TFC striker Danny Koevermans is unable to get to a loose ball inside the Crew's six yard box. The Reds dominated play but could not get the equalizer before the final whistle
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Both teams emptied its benches after a final whistle and a melee resulted in front of the TFC goal. Quintero, who was ejected at the whistle, was angered while TFC came to the defence of Morgan
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United keeper Bill Hamid makes a big save in the second half and preserved a clean sheet on the road
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FC forward Ryan Johnson (centre) finds an opening while being surrounded by Revolution players
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TFC's Head Coach and Technical Director Aron Winter wears a look of frustration and fatigue while answering questions from media in the post-game press conference
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Koevermans (left) celebrates his game-tying goal in the 83rd minute on Saturday
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FC forward Ryan Johnson collect a pass while United's Andy Najar follows him closely. Johnson was very critical of the team's game plan after the game and said change was needed
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Players from both teams look on as Impact's Sinisa Ubiparipovic sits on the pitch clenching his injured leg and TFC defender Richard Eckersley is shown a straight red card for what was deemed a dangerous challenge
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New York Red Bulls striker Thierry Henry celebrates his late game-tying goal Saturday night at BMO Field
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Revolution goalkeeper Bobby Shuttleworth and defender Darrius Barnes look on helplessly as TFC striker Danny Koevermans knocks in the game-tying goal
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TFC keeper Milos Kocic makes a big save on Darwin Quintero in the 12th minute after a defender mishit the ball. Quintero was given a red card at the final whistle for head butting Ashtone Morgan and will be suspended for the second leg
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Canadian midfielder Josh Simpson (right) ponders his options while being watched by defenders Cristian Arrieta (left) and Scott Horta (centre)
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FC striker Danny Koevermans battles a Pumas player for the loose ball
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Chivas captain Alejandro Moreno (far right) raises his hands in celebration after watching Oswaldo Minda's header bounce past TFC's Terry Dunfield and Milos Kocic
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Reds captain Torsten Frings (left) made his return to squad after missing five weeks with a hamstring injury. He started in the backline instead of his usual midfield position and made a costly mistake in the first minute leading to a Chicago goal
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Columbus Crew goalkeeper Andy Gruenebaum leaps up to grab a ball in the air on Saturday afternoon at BMO Field. The Crew capitalized on a Toronto FC mistake in the second half and hung on for a 1-0 win
