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sports2 days ago

Toronto FC push to sign USMNT forward Josh Sargent from Norwich City

Toronto FC are pursuing USMNT striker Josh Sargent from Norwich City with an $18 million bid as talks continue, but Norwich says he is not for sale this transfer window and no agreement has been reached. Sargent reportedly told Norwich’s manager he was unavailable for a match due to transfer discussions, and the club maintains he won’t depart this window; he has 24 appearances this season with eight goals and three assists for Norwich.

sports1 year ago

"Klich's Late Goal Secures Draw for D.C. United Against Toronto FC"

D.C. United secured a dramatic 2-2 draw against Toronto FC at Audi Field, thanks to a late penalty by Mateusz Klich and a goal by Ted Ku-DiPietro. Despite being outside playoff positions and enduring a winless streak, the team showed resilience, fighting back from a 2-0 deficit. Coach Troy Lesesne praised the team's spirit, while injury concerns loom over key players like Christian Benteke and Steven Birnbaum. The match also saw rookie Garrison Tubbs make his first professional start.

sports1 year ago

"Inter Miami Dominates: Surging Up MLS Power Rankings with Emphatic 5-0 Win"

In Major League Soccer, Inter Miami shines with a 5-0 win led by Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, while Toronto FC impresses with a 1-0 victory and CF Montréal secures a 2-1 win. The LA Galaxy show promise with a 3-1 win over San Jose, but Orlando City and New York City FC struggle to find their form, failing to score in their first two games and facing performance issues.

sports2 years ago

Tyrese Spicer's Arrival at Toronto FC Sparks MLS Anticipation

Tyrese Spicer, a forward from Trinidad and Tobago, has joined Toronto FC in Major League Soccer (MLS). Spicer, who was drafted number one in the SuperDraft, expressed gratitude for the opportunity and believes he has the potential to make it to the next level. Known for his dynamic skillset and goal-scoring ability, Spicer aims to bring excitement and big goals to Toronto FC. He is confident in his abilities and is determined to surprise MLS with his performance.

sports2 years ago

"MLS Decision Day: Playoff Misses, Messi's Debut, and Predictions"

As the MLS regular season comes to a close, six teams have already been eliminated from playoff contention. Inter Miami's spark faded after Lionel Messi's injury, while Toronto FC faced struggles both on and off the pitch. The Colorado Rapids have consistently failed to adequately replace key players, while Austin FC dealt with off-the-pitch issues. D.C. United had to navigate through allegations of discriminatory language, and the LA Galaxy faced a transfer ban and injuries to key players. Each team has its own unique challenges and areas where things went wrong.

sports2 years ago

Lionel Messi's Injury Sparks Inter Miami's Dominant Victory over Toronto

Lionel Messi was substituted off with an injury during Inter Miami's 4-0 victory against Toronto FC in MLS action. The Argentina superstar, who missed previous matches due to an unspecified injury, will also sit out the upcoming game against Orlando City. Manager Gerardo 'Tata' Martino revealed that Messi's injury is a scar from an old injury and not a muscular issue. The focus now shifts to whether Messi will recover in time for the U.S. Open Cup final against Houston Dynamo next Wednesday. Miami is managing Messi's condition carefully as they aim to have him fully available for the important cup final.

sports2 years ago

Lionel Messi's Injury Raises Concerns During Inter Miami Match

Lionel Messi was subbed off in the 37th minute of Inter Miami's match against Toronto FC due to an apparent injury, shortly after teammate Jordi Alba was also subbed off. Messi walked off the pitch in frustration and later went to the locker room. Inter Miami went on to win the match 4-0. This was Messi's first game since September 7, and he had missed the previous MLS match to rest. The team will evaluate Messi's injury in the coming days.

sports2 years ago

Lionel Messi's Return for Inter Miami vs. Toronto FC: Update and Assessment

Inter Miami's head coach Tata Martino has provided an update on Lionel Messi's availability for the upcoming match against Toronto FC. Messi and teammate Jordi Alba missed the previous game due to muscular fatigue, but they trained on Tuesday and will be assessed before the match. Martino emphasized the importance of managing the players' workload during a busy schedule, which includes the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup Final. Miami is also aiming to secure a spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs, currently sitting 14th in the Eastern Conference. Messi has been in impressive form, scoring 11 goals and providing eight assists in 11 games for Miami.

sports2 years ago

The Importance of Toronto FC's Next Manager Hire

Toronto FC's President Bill Manning has fired Bob Bradley and is now looking for a new head coach who can work with his two desires - to spend heavily on attractive names from outside of Canada but also make TFC the preferred MLS home for Canadian national team players - and return this team to contention. The decision on who that coach will be will reveal plenty about the vision for this team moving forward. Bobby Smyrniotis, currently head coach of Forge FC in the Canadian Premier League, is a strong candidate for the job.

sports2 years ago

Toronto FC Fires Head Coach Bob Bradley Mid-Season

Toronto FC has fired head coach Bob Bradley and assistant coach/technical director Mike Sorber after a disappointing run of results, with Terry Dunfield named as interim coach. Bradley, who took over in November 2021, managed just three wins in 20 games, leaving the team second from the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Dunfield, who previously managed the Toronto FC Under-17 academy team, will take over in the interim.

sports2 years ago

Toronto FC Fires Head Coach Bob Bradley Mid-Season

Toronto FC has parted ways with head coach and sporting director Bob Bradley, with assistant coach and technical director Mike Sorber also relieved of his duties. Terry Dunfield has been appointed interim head coach of TFC. Bradley departs with a 14W-26L-19D record at the club. Toronto FC is currently sitting 14th in the Eastern Conference table, holding a 3W-7L-10D record through Matchday 21.

sports2 years ago

MLS Matchday 10: Top Performers and Teams Revealed

Inter Miami and Toronto FC bounced back in Matchday 10 of the MLS, while St. Louis suffered their third loss in five games. Djordje Petrovic continues to impress for the New England Revolution, while Nashville SC's Hany Mukhtar led his team to victory over Atlanta United. Orlando City is sitting in a playoff spot despite a clunky start to the season, while Houston Dynamo are comfortably in an Audi MLS Cup Playoffs spot despite playing two fewer games than most of their Western Conference counterparts.

sports2 years ago

MLS Coaches Under Pressure After Weekend Results

Several decorated MLS coaches, including Bob Bradley, Peter Vermes, Oscar Pareja, and Greg Vanney, are facing pressure as their teams struggle to produce results. Toronto FC, the LA Galaxy, Orlando City, and Sporting KC have all struggled this season, leading to questions about the future of their coaches. Meanwhile, NYCFC may have found a winning formula with DP Santiago Rodríguez up top, and the Philadelphia Union's decision to field a full-strength lineup paid off with a dominant win over Toronto. Dax McCarty also reached a milestone with his 400th MLS start.