Here we go again. Another weekend, and no one wants to throw in the towel. Of the three playoff spots up for grabs, all nine remaining teams are theoretically alive and well - although some in a better place than others. Whether it was a stunning shot from the likes of Brandon McDonald, or some [...] Click to continue reading...

FC Dallas got help from the referee in the dying moments for the second straight game to salvage a home draw against Toronto FC. After referee Mark Geiger's dubious call in the penalty area during stoppage time, Kenny Cooper converted the kick to give FC Dallas a crucial point and a chance to still make the playoffs. Click to continue reading...

Before we get on to heavy issues like racism and the economy time for something on the light side and some Canadian Content.

This photo was snapped by a friend of one of our loyal readers in Toronto at a recent concert by the band Weezer. We have mad respect for Weezer and even more for Rivers now. Click to continue reading...

Marvell Wynne's sex is on fire y'all. I know he's capable of being a donkey on defense at times but the thing that's blazin' about him right now is his recently acquired penchant for consistent displays of offensive outrageousness rarely seen from men at the back. If you haven't been following TFC as of late here's a recap of some his most recent exploits. Click to continue reading...

Image via Wikipediato be honest, we didn't play a bad game (at least in the second half). what we did was let toronto take advantage of three ugly mistakes - and not capitalize on any of our own chances.

we came into this game against the last-ranked team in the east - a team we've already played twice, and beat the last encounter. Click to continue reading...

It was in their grasp. TFC was winning 2-1 in Dallas with only minutes left in the game. John Carver made a smart tactical substitution and puts in an extra defender. Julius James. It was hard to be sure from the broadcast, but it looked like James' grip on Serioux's shirt is what prompted the penalty kick. Click to continue reading...

Well, here we go again, another huge home game with major playoff implications.  Another home game on the same day as another major sporting event in town, this time the Red River Shootout down in the Cotton Bowl. Click to continue reading...

I was going to write a full post about each team's playoff chances, but its getting close to game time and the three teams left (Toronto, San Jose and LA)... Well, let's just say I don't need to delve too deeply into analysis to discover these teams probably are not going to make it. The Sounders [.. Click to continue reading...

Oh the irony....As a stadium in Mormon Utah opened last night with alchohol consumption at an all time high for RSL home games, Toronto's BMO Field has had its license to serve revoked at the next game vs Chicago.

That is if this anonymous email is to be believed:

BMO FIELD HAS HAD ITS BOOZE LICENSE SUSPENDED FOR OCT 18 GAME VS CHICAGO DUE 2 MULTIPLE INFRACTIONS OF THEIR LICENSE

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Well according to this anonymous email an offer will be made:

Hello MLSR, I wish to be anonymous but you should know by now that the information I give you is correct. If you forgot, I'm the person who first informed you last year that there were talks to expand BMO Field and bring in grass.

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John Carver, never one to mince words has thrown down the gauntlet. According to this article on the CBC website, the Toronto FC boss will leave the club if it doesn't open up the wallet. Here is an excerpt:

John Carver hasn't hidden the fact that he thinks Toronto FC needs to sign a star "designated player" in order to be competitive in Major League Soccer.

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Toronto FC's head man wants a designated player for the 2009 or he wants out. Dude says "the club is aware of it, the management is aware of it, the fans are certainly aware of it, and we have to do it, because if we don't, I will definitely, definitely go home. No buts about it." Kinda crazy or is it just me? Click to continue reading...

Who do you pick now to make the playoffs? With a handful of games remaining there are now three teams who have assured themselves of a playoff berth - New England, Houston, and Columbus, one team that hasn't been there in awhile, two that have been there time and time again. Who's next? That's a [... Click to continue reading...

TFC sparkled tonight and defeated New York RedBulls in New York by a resounding 3-1. This goal scoring frenzy was unexpected. Boy, was it unexpected. The blah bitterness of the last road game in Kansas City was still preying on the minds of the battered TFC fan. It was a sense of duty, the thought that soon enough the wind will blow and the snow will pile and we will yearn for a contest to cheer for, that convincd me to watch the game. Click to continue reading...

After Juan Pablo Angel clipped the back of Amado Guevara's leg, a skirmish broke out between Red Bull New York and Toronto FC players. Once Guevara was examined and deemed able ot re-enter the match some New York supporter threw a bottle.

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Tomorrow night marks a historic occasion for TFC fans: It is the last time we will have to turn on our TVs, and already weary about TFC playing in New York (where we have never got a point), stare at pointyball lines for 90 minutes. As you may or may not know, the Dead Bulls are moving into a beautiful new stadium, which (although it isn't actually in their state) will become the pride of all three of their fans.

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It's an exciting time of year. As the crisp autumn weather cools most places around the country, the playoff race is heating up. Teams are fighting for their postseason lives, anxious to be one of the eight to have a shot at the MLS Cup. It has been well documented here that Columbus is the [...] Click to continue reading...

The USA announced their roster for the Cuba match, to be played at RFK Stadium on 10/11/08.  With advancement to the next round close to a sure thing, Bradley has taken a few more risks (well...I'd be happy to debate anyone on how "risky" they actually are) and called in some younger players.  I, for [. Click to continue reading...

Toronto FC will roll their Canuckistani soccer extravaganza down to the Meadowlands tomorrow to face off against Red Bull New York in a Battle of Bubble. There's a good chance one of these two will make the playoffs but probably not both. Obviously I am biased toward the New York side but surely NY's attack out weighs TFC's by a mile. Click to continue reading...

It's that time of year again, folks – season ticket renewals are due on Friday. While TFC had an astonishing renewal rate of 94% last year, methinks that after only marginal improvement during the second season, this number may drop. In the last couple home games (yes, I know the weather may have been a [. Click to continue reading...

There's plenty to talk about after another busy weekend of MLS action. A few teams look dead and buried (DC, LA, and Toronto), while others storm to life at the right time - RSL and Colorado - to give themselves the inner track in the race to the playoffs. But if this season of the [...] Click to continue reading...

When Saturday's final whistle blew in front of 20 074 fans at BMO Field on a rainy afternoon in Toronto, two things had just become clear - TFC had delivered their best performance in months, and the MLS playoffs will be played without the Reds this year. Like so often this season, TFC could have [. Click to continue reading...

Canadian content here as Toronto FC's powerhouse fullback gets his first for the team with great aplomb. Click to continue reading...

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Yes, I will admit it. I thought the MLS Western Conference was toast, a collection of speed bumps, a series of rest stops on the way to legitimate soccer in the stronger Eastern Conference.

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It now seems that most of my fellow bloggers have joined me in giving up on this season. After yesterday's loss, United Mania's podcast declared the season over, and now Aaron follows suit. But I want to deal with a couple of minor points they made in trying to come to Tom Soehn's defense. Admittedly, I haven't seen the last two games because I'm still out of town and haven't had access to those channels.

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Marvell Wynne scored for Toronto, but teammate Hunter Freeman had an own goal and Toronto FC had to settle for a draw that stretched its winless streak to seven games. Houston Dynamo (10-5-10) vs. Toronto FC (7-12-7) September 27, 2008 BMO Field Scoring Summary: HOU Own Goal (Hunter Freeman) 23 TOR Marvell Wynne 1 (unassisted) 73 Houston Dynamo [. Click to continue reading...

Here are the results that mattered Saturday for Chivas USA:
Chivas USA 2 Kansas City Wizards 1
Houston Dynamo 1 Toronto FC 1
Colorado Rapids 5 Red Bull New York 4
Real Salt Lake 3 San Jose Earthquakes 2
Dallas plays D.C. United at noon Sunday
(Just for the sake of completeness, Sigi Schmid's Columbus Crew beat the New England Revolution, 1-0, and lead the league.

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A game as dull as the sky today, Toronto struggled to squeek out another tie at home and those playoff chances continue to slide further beyond reach. Hands up everyone who still thinks that TFC deserves to be playing for the MLS Cup ? I thought so.

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The amazing thing about the Galaxy's awful record in the past two months (winless in 13 of 14) is the fact they aren't dead in the water. Even in the woeful West, their 29 points still gives them an outside chance at the MLS playoffs. When you're a league that accepts 8 of 14 teams, [...] Click to continue reading...

Tomorrow marks Houston's second visit to Toronto. The reigning MLS Champs will be looking to extend their lead atop the Western Conference, while TFC will be hoping to keep their faint playoff hopes alive. In the Reds' short history, they have done surprisingly well against the Dynamo, beating them 1-0 at home in a rain soaked affair last May, and getting a point on the road in July.

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So it's the day after the Los Angeles Galaxy's awful 3-1 loss to Chicago on Thursday and you're probably wondering where the Galaxy will go from here. I can tell you where at least one of their players is.

None other than David Beckham is in New York City today along with wife Victoria to promote their fragrance lines.

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Toronto FC head coach John Carver has placed himself in front of the firing squad, saying that he doesn't deserve his job next season if TFC can't make a respectable showing in their final five games of the season.
The second-year franchise started the season off well, using solid player acquisitions and strong play at home to beat everyone's early expectations. Click to continue reading...

  Episode 56 features an interview with US National Team and former Toronto FC midfielder/defender Mo Edu. Edu talks about his role with the US Olympic Team as well as his recent move to Rangers of the SPL. Following that Brian Quarstad of Blue Sky Soccer joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer to preview the USL Playoffs and [. Click to continue reading...

Forbes.com recently released a report that looked at the economic side of MLS and also put a value on each of the Major League Soccer franchises. At a macro level, things are looking up for MLS. Seven of the league's 14 teams play in soccer-specific stadiums, five of which have been built since 2002. Click to continue reading...

With just about 5 weeks remaining in the regular season schedule the race to the playoffs is heating up. Here is a quick look at the current situation of each team

Columbus Crew 14-6-5 47pts

The Crew missed the playoffs last year and are on the top this year.

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