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TFC notebook: Insigne, Bradley appear ready to come back

The Italian DP and Toronto FC's captain are on the mend after lengthy injury absences and could return to action vs. Montreal this weekend.

John Molinaro

Aug 15, 2023 — 7 min read

After a lengthy layoff, Toronto FC returns when it hosts CF Montreal in MLS action on Saturday (7:30 p.m. ET/Apple TV & TSN).

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

Michael Bradley back in full training for Toronto FC

It looks as though Toronto FC will finally be getting back its captain.

Sidelined since April with a hamstring injury, Michael Bradley was involved in full training during the part of Tuesday's session that was open to the media. Bradley also participated in an intrasquad game over the weekend and should be available for TFC this weekend vs. Montreal, according to GM Jason Hernandez.

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.