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Friendly finish
Canada did well to defeat Honduras, a team just a few months removed form playing in the World Cup.
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Prodigal soccer returns
Officiating, Julian de Guzman and keeping Canadian soccer relevant are all at stake as the men's team returns home for two matches.
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Closer than they appear
With two months to go in the MLS season, Toronto FC is suddenly forced to look in its rearview mirror.
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Broken record
Much of what was expected played out for Toronto FC in Panama – including the officiating.
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Two weeks notice
The week that was for Toronto FC should be applauded, but it is the next couple weeks that matter.
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Historic win awaits Reds in Honduras
Toronto FC has already conquered the scariest airport in the world; beating Motagua should be the easy part.
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Glimpse of Mista
The man known only as Mista made his debut for Toronto FC in 4-3 penalty kick loss Wednesday against English Premier League club Bolton Wanderers.
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Footy foul-up
World class soccer clubs in a world class city, but what happened to the support?
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Heat is on
It was not a case of heatstroke; Toronto FC can credit an unlikely source in helping to lure Mista to MLS.
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Lessons learned
The French are in need of a revolution while South Korea demonstrated how not to defend against Argentina.
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Predictions are passé
Predicting a top scorer trumps the winner everytime, and Google enters the World Cup fray.
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Terrible timing
Injuries takeover the World Cup headlines and if you're going to rent one soccer movie, this is it.
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Following the World Cup virtually
A look at some of the best online analysis you will find for the 2010 World Cup.
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The gambler wins
A little luck combined with a lot of hard work helped Preki's gamble pay off in San Jose.
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They're gellin'
Amid aspersions cast by former players and coaches, Toronto FC are beginning to look like a team ahead of the curve under its new coach.
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Scorer's apprentice
When traded, Toronto FC striker Chad Barrett didn't seem like much compensation for MLS legend Brian McBride... until now.
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Third wish granted
The Canadian soccer genie granted its third - and presumably final - wish to the city of Montreal.
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Pride and prejudice
Were the Montreal Impact victims of biased offciating? Coach Marc Dos Santos thinks so.
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Preki-nizable results
TFC's new coach asked only that his players play for each other, and against Seattle they responded.
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Crumbling down
Preventable mistakes were once again the story as Toronto FC failed to pick up a point in Colorado.
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Home opener is here
In honour of TFC's fourth home opener, here are four items that will affect Thursday's outcome.
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Finding happiness
It was not unexpected for Toronto FC to lose both road games to start the new season.
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Identity crisis
With two of Toronto FC's household names now collecting a pension, what new songs will be sung?
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Working vacation
It is impossible to take time off around the ever-active Toronto FC.
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Robbo'd of a farewell
Carl Robinson preached at practice for three years in Toronto, and those who listened will be his legacy.
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Powers of observation
Thanks to the Internet there is much to be gleaned from Canada's first friendly of the year.
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That's a wrap
A new Canada coach, a visit to Toronto from Los Blancos and the Reds winning their first crown were some of the highlights of 2009.
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Provisional rights
The immediate painting of the Argos as the enemy ended its plight to play in a public place.
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Reds rover
Not one single Toronto FC player was called over by Philadelphia in the MLS expansion draft.
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Unprotected in net
David Beckham's new 'do was a don't and we get you ready as MLS expansion draft lists are about to be submitted.
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One word answer
Is Preki the man who will finally challenge the hierarchy within Toronto FC?
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Get together
Joey Saputo needs to take his cues from Bob Lenarduzzi, who needs to understand why the breakaway league might be thin ice for the Impact.
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Matchday 4 musings
Manchester has moved on without Ronaldo while Liverpool remains lovesick over Alonso.
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TFC rumour mill
With Tom Soehn not returning to DC, the TFC coaching rumours are in full flight.
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TFC harmony
In the span of one disappointing year a pair of Toronto FC coaches flew home in a hurry while the mastermind reaped its reward.
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Karma police
Toronto FC’s playoff fortunes changed the day the team unceremoniously parted ways with its talisman striker, Danny Dichio.
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Matchday 3 musings
An array of upsets on Matchday 3 reminded us all that there is no other competition like the Champions League on the planet.
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A Sound-ers philosophy
The Seattle Sounders steamrolled MLS precedent by establishing itself as a top MLS club in its first year of existence.
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All overblown
Bad luck is only to blame for an injury that may have ended the season for one of Toronto FC's favourte sons.
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Scheduling conflict
With WCQ winding down on the weekend, an MLS game with playoff implications kicks off at BMO minus a few key players.
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Matchday 2 musings
In Manchester, it was Ryan Giggs and in Milan, it was Ronaldinho who piqued my interest on Wednesday.
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Bring on the subs
With TFC all-but-eliminated from the playoffs it is time to see what the players languishing on the bench can do.
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Matchday musings
Soccer in Europe took a dive itself by not banning one of its offenders and fantasy soccer is in fact, the opposite.
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Yes we CanCon
After enduring the Lombardos, Pozniaks and Rosenlunds it would seem that Toronto FC now has a crop of Canadian players worthy of a recruitment flyer.
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Life after Dichio
The songs will carry on at BMO Field without Toronto FC icon Danny Dichio, but what tune will the club be singing on Saturday?
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Spanish royalty
Real Madrid was all business during the introductory press conference at BMO Field. And in front of 17k at training it was no different.
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Booted off the Island
Toronto FC learned in its two-game series with the Puerto Rico Islanders that league affiliation means nothing.
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Gomez shines in TFC loss
The performance of one Toronto FC player in its Champions League loss to Puerto Rico saved the team from what should be an aftermath of criticism.
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Middle of the road
In the wake of a disappointing loss and on the eve of yet another important match, Toronto FC coach Chris Cummins provided an uncharacteristic assessment of his team.
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Guilty pleasure
When David Beckham is done saving soccer in America, who will be left to boo?
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A confidence booster
Guatemala may not be a top squad but the Canadian win may be worth more than its weight in Gold.
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Tickled pink
The only difference between the New York Red Bulls and the 2007 Toronto FC squad was the pink shirts.
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Hart's army
The healing for supporters of Canadian soccer began when Stephan Hart named his roster for the upcoming CONCACAF Gold Cup.
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Lessons learned
A game that seemed like a formality to most quickly became a night to remember for all three of Canada's soccer clubs.
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C-Ron run
So if some of the appearance fee paid to Real Madrid was used to buy Ronaldo, does that mean he will play in Toronto?
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Second opinion
Galaxy coach Bruce Arena addresses the supporters' protest at Saturday's Toronto FC game.
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'Lite letdown
For all its planning and scheduling around winning the Nutrilite Canadian Championship, Toronto FC ended up back at square one.
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Real entertainment
The opportunity to see Real Madrid play at BMO this August should be worth the (expensive) price of admission.
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One for the aged
In a young man's game, Toronto FC continues to excel behind the play of its aging stars.
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Handling the pressure
Video evidence tells the story in Marvell Wynne's latest handball adventure and exorcising its Impact demons is the latest pressure-cooker TFC must deal with at BMO.
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Large Frei
The only downside of success for Toronto FC is the attention heaped on its most valuable players.
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TFC 'Lite
Now that Toronto FC staked claim to top spot in the standings, does the Canadian Championship remain as important?
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Playoffs, or pride?
Toronto FC has made it known that playoffs are top priority in its third season. But the front-loaded summer schedule points to an ulterior motive.
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Gone, but not forgotten
Like a famous lyric to a great Canadian song, John Carver left Toronto FC before it became too much.
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Answer in the initials
The decision by (J)ohn (C)arver to leave his rudderless team in the hands of an assistant makes him either a madman or a martyr.
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Choking victims
Toronto FC is the rare case of a team that seems to choke on its own success.
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Interim annoyance
The future of Canadian soccer is once again temporarily in the hands of a familiar face.
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Serioux threat
In a game played almost entirely with the feet, Adrian Serioux is an example of just how important the hands can be.
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Statement Game
Beating a wounded team is exactly what Toronto FC must do to restore faith after its ugly loss to Seattle.
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Weather, or not?
Toronto FC and its five Canadians simply looked out of place playing on the cold and windy shores of Lake Ontario.
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Subtle sub
A well-timed substitution allowed Toronto FC to maintain its undefeated start to the season.
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Cracking jokes
While cracks formed in the Toronto FC back line, the coach covered it up with one-liners.
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Ode to the Impact
Montreal should be applauded for extending the reach of Canadian soccer.
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Foster plan
What do Manchester United and Toronto FC have in common? Confident back-ups.
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The ugly duckling
In four short months Toronto FC has transformed from seagull to swan.
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The Office
Getting the latest from in and around John Carver's headquarters at BMO Field.
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4-4-who?
Will the formation used by John Carver in his first season work with the crowded and creative midfield he inherited this winter?
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Names, please
If Julian De Guzman is sincere about changing the fortunes of Canadian soccer, he needs to start naming names.
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Simple Beck-onomics
The MLS will not allow David Beckham to pursue his personal agenda in Italy until he sees out what he started in America.
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We have a winner
Why would a Dwayne de Rosario want to play in a city of losers?
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Man with a plan
The surprise of the MLS SuperDraft was Mo Johnston trading in his riverboat for a rowboat.
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Right place, wrong time
It's a shame that Major League Soccer and the professional ambitions of Julian de Guzman are miles apart.
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Curious case of De Rosario
Is the precedent set by David Beckham keeping De Rosario from slipping on a Reds' jersey?
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What we learned
The south end of BMO Field was the stage for everything we need to know about Canadian soccer in the last year.
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Tinfoil toques
The sub-zero temperatures in Toronto have some TFC supporters thinking conspiracy.
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Stocking stuffer
Mo Johnston delivers TFC fans the ultimate Christmas gift in DeRo.
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'First kick' sails wide
In a league starved for any semblance of a rivalry, why is Toronto FC opening its third MLS season in Kansas City?
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Drafting daft
Three MLS Expansion Drafts later and the whole process still makes little sense.
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Can't blame Carver
John Carver is the manager of Toronto FC and that is where the relationship begins and ends.
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Done with Dale?
Canada's final World Cup qualifier could very well be Dale Mitchell’s last game as national manager.
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TFC and the TSX
Toronto FC appears to be impervious to the current economic downturn, but will it take advantage?
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Coach charisma
Although it appears as something ripped from the headlines of TheOnion.com the appointment of Diego Maradona as Argentina's coach is no joke.
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Senseless in Seattle
Has Seattle thrown down the gauntlet by signing a designated player in its first season? The answer may surprise you.
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Lip service
It is wrong to say Toronto FC fell 'just shy' of a playoff berth. So let's talk about how they can fix it for next year.
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Someone to lead
Toronto FC struggled to close out tight games in its second season, and that is why the playoffs will have to wait 'til next year.
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Lead by example
Canadian national team coach Dale Mitchell has been in the game of soccer long enough to know what needs to be done next.
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Hideous & handsome
Like Leaf fans, TFC supporters now know how the country club lifestyle can hinder performance.
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Field of dreams
Eugene Melnyk believes if he builds his soccer stadium the people of Ottawa will come.
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Toothless, unlike the British
In the area of protesting, Canadian soccer fans need to be more like their like English brothers.
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Some reciprocity, please
When will the MLS start showing some respect to its model franchise from Toronto?
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Confident bunch
The performances of a few Canadian players in Europe this past week is great news for the team ahead of its World Cup Qualifier.
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Social experiment
Imagine if a yearly membership fee gave supporters a say in the day-to-day operations of Toronto FC. In England, that chaos is now a reality.
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Educating Edu
Maurice Edu has been groomed for a career in Europe since Day 1 in Toronto.
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Draw your own conclusion
If players are a reflection of their coach, then Dale Mitchell should lighten up.
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Adieu to Edu, etc ...
Blink and you missed a handful of stories related to the past, present and future success of Toronto FC.
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No lack of mettle here
Never mind the lack of medals in Beijing, have you seen our World Cup soccer team?
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99 problems
Jeff Cunningham struggled to score that milestone goal in Toronto, and it ultimately led to his departure.
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Sorry, Toth
The content of this blog entry will break two rules I make a conscious effort not to break.
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McBride precedent
Should a top Canadian international want to wrap up his career with Toronto FC, will the MLS accommodate?
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Nash bridges Canadian soccer
Vancouver gained instant leverage and credibility towards landing a MLS franchise when Steve Nash hopped on board.
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Getting into soccer specifics
The idea of soccer-specific stadiums was front and centre as the media assembled to play on the oft-criticized FieldTurf.
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All-star gazing
David Beckham makes an appearance at BMO and Landon Donovan does not turn down a request to help TFC score some goals.
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Not a punch line
Toronto FC threw the kitchen sink at San Jose, and even it missed the net.
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Dropped the ball
TFC defender Jim Brennan deserves the all-star spotlight, but the MLS dropped the ball on not naming another.
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An all-star snub
It was an all-star Toronto love-in at BMO Field on Thursday, minus the semblance of anything TFC.
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Carving up the refs
TFC coach John Carver fires a few warning shots at the officiating crew in charge of Wednesday's crucial Canadian Championship match vs. the Whitecaps.
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Swagger to stagger
In the span of 24 hours, Toronto FC lost a portion of an identity it worked so hard to establish this season.
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Striking out
It's time for the Toronto FC brain-trust to find the striker they have been searching for.
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Fashion faux pas
It is easy to figure out who is not performing for Toronto FC of late, just look at his uniform.
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Oh dear, John
John Carver has always maintained he will be fair to those players who work hard, but on Saturday he took his conviction too far.
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TFC talisman
Several things surrounding Toronto FC this season seem to defy logic, but none more than the play of Danny Dichio.
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(Great!) expectations
Try to remember the last time Canadian men's soccer had the luxury of looking past an upcoming opponent.
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Soccer D-Day in Canada
Two of Canada's best players staked their reputations on a strong performance against Brazil
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Always the McBrides-maid
Will Toronto FC ever reap the reward of an aging superstar coming home to finish out a career?
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Impact of a loss
TFC coach John Carver has always maintained he will never tinker with a winning side, which means some new faces might be on display in Montreal.
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Anger management
Toronto FC plays with the passion of their coach, but John Carver may want to re-consider his touchline behaviour.
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Two forward, one back?
Two great Canadian soccer events on one day? How did this happen, and who will play?
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A few bad apples
Will a few double-fisting, train trashing TFC fans ruin it for everyone else?
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Massive difference
On Saturday Carl Robinson played, in my humble opinion, his best game as a member of Toronto FC. But judging from the Welsh midfielder's demeanor post-match, you’d think he just finished reading the complete works of Edmund Burke.
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An EPL-ing idea
The idea of MLSE purchasing an EPL team can only be good for TFC.
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Ahead of the curve
In their second season as a professional club, Toronto FC is ahead of the curve. Last season it took the Reds six games to register six points, this year the plateau was achieved in a meager four games.
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Instilling belief
The first thing you notice is the flags, then the Carlsberg umbrellas, and then the sound of a dozen or so labourers tightening the bolts so BMO Field stays intact as 20k supporters prepare to welcome home the team on Saturday.
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They're gellin'
After nearly two years of tinkering with Toronto FC, Mo Johnston might want to take Monday off and rest on his laurels for a moment.
