TFC Flashback: Ryan Nelsen fired, Greg Vanney takes over
The coaching change during the 2014 MLS season proved to be one of the most important decisions in Toronto FC's history.
As part of TFC Republic's special flashback series, we'll examine interesting moments and people in the history of Toronto FC.
In the latest instalment: We look back to when head coach Ryan Nelsen was fired and replaced by Greg Vanney.
Make it nine coaches in eight years for Toronto FC.
Ryan Nelsen was fired by the MLS club on Aug. 31, 2014, less than 24 hours after he publicly took issue with comments made by former general manager Tim Bezbatchenko. Most of Nelsen’s coaching staff were also fired, including assistants Jim Brennan and Fran O’Leary.
TFC assistant GM Greg Vanney took over as the club’s full-time coach.
