Opinion

Random thoughts on TFC: Home opener a big test after road spell

It is incumbent upon Toronto FC to make a good impression on Saturday at BMO Field after a laboured start to the season.

John Molinaro

Mar 13, 2025 — 6 min read

Some random thoughts I had on Toronto FC as it prepares to host the Chicago Fire in its home opener on Saturday (2:30 p.m. ET/TSN & Apple TV).

TFC could benefit from loaning out more youngsters

Toronto FC has developed a reputation over the years of loaning out young players who it didn't envision getting a lot of first-team minutes during the season.

Among the loanees in 2021 were Rocco Romeo (HB Køge and Valour FC), Liam Fraser (Columbus Crew) and Jordan Perruzza (San Antonio FC).

Scouting report: Toronto FC vs. New York Red Bulls

Michael Battista of New York Sports Nation previews Saturday's match between Toronto FC and the New York Red Bulls.

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

TFC will be without several key players as they search for their first win of the season on Saturday away to New York.

Canada falls to Mexico in Concacaf Nations League

A shutout loss in Thursday’s semifinal in Los Angeles eliminated the Canadians from the continental competition.

TFC Tidbits: Richie Laryea seeing specialist in UK

Toronto FC is hoping that a consultation with a specialist in the UK will allow it to get to the bottom of Laryea's injury woes.