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TFC notebook: Reds keep it cool after solid season debut

Toronto FC players and staff are keeping things in perspective after last weekend's positive result away to FC Cincinnati.

John Molinaro

Feb 28, 2024 — 7 min read

After drawing FC Cincinnati in its MLS season opener on Sunday, Toronto FC now turns its attention to preparing for this weekend's game away to the New England Revolution.

Here are some news and notes from Wednesday's practice at the BMO Training Ground.

Toronto FC not getting ahead of itself after Cincy draw

Toronto FC lost in each of its three previous visits to FC Cincinnati, so Sunday's season opener at TQL Stadium didn't offer much hope for the Reds.

But TFC put in a solid shift and managed to earn a 0-0 draw against the reigning Supporters' Shield holders, which was their first clean sheet since May 31, 2023.

TFC Tidbits: John Herdman to cooperate with Canada Soccer investigation

Herdman: "I'm highly confident that in my time... at an Olympic Games or World Cup, we’ve never been involved in any of those activities."

Aimé Mabika eager to prove he deserves more chances at TFC

"It's difficult, but it is part of the process. It’s part of being a professional," the defender said of his lack of playing time.

Toronto FC vs. New York Red Bulls: What you need to know

TFC opens their 2024 Leagues Cup campaign with a tricky road game vs. the New York Red Bulls on Saturday night.

Canada Soccer Talk: Cheating scandal envelops national teams

Canada Soccer CEO Kevin Blue spoke to the media on Friday about the scandal that has cast a dark shadow over Canadian soccer.