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Scouting report: Toronto FC vs. Chicago Fire

Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net previews Saturday's game between TFC and Chicago at Soldier Field.

John Molinaro

John Molinaro

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Scouting report: Toronto FC vs. Chicago Fire
TFC's Malik Henry. (Photo by Lucas Kschischang/Toronto FC)

Toronto FC returns to MLS action when it visits the Chicago Fire on Saturday (8:30 p.m. ET/TSN & Apple TV). 

TFC Republic spoke to reporter Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net about this weekend's match, Chicago's season so far, and much more.     

Listen to the full audio clip below:

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TFC Republic interview with Joe Chatz
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Highlights:

  • 00:05 – Fire overcame rash of midfield injuries in road win vs. Montreal
  • 02:06 – Chicago's depth shines through during strong start to the season
  • 04:07 – Golden Boot leader Hugo Cuypers in MVP-type form for the Fire
  • 06:36 – Coach Gregg Berhalter has raised team's level during his 2nd year
  • 09:17 – Canadian international Joel Waterman revitalized in Chicago
  • 11:30 – Fire's eventual move to McDonald's Park a very big deal for the club
  • 14:02 – Looking ahead to Saturday's game vs. Toronto FC in Chicago
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