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TFC Talk: Djordje Mihailovic poised to give Reds a big boost

Reporter James Grossi discusses Toronto FC's performance vs. NYCFC, Mihailovic's return to the starting 11, and much more.

John Molinaro

Aug 3, 2026 — 2 min read

TFC's Djordje Mihailovic. (Photo by Lucas Kschischang/Toronto FC)

Is Toronto FC about to turn a corner?

Coach Robin Fraser believes so after he was able to field his strongest starting 11 to date this season in a 1-1 road draw vs. New York City FC last Friday.

Djordje Mihailovic scored the equalizer for the Reds, who had both of their designated players in the starting 11 for the first time this year.

Reporter James Grossi, who also operates the Unattached FC website, spoke to TFC Republic about the team's performance at Yankee Stadium, Djordje Mihailovic scoring in his first start since March 14, and much more.

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