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Oldtimer
02-24-2011, 08:22 AM
Walt Disney World Pro Soccer
Orlando, Florida
February 24, 8PM

Online link:

Pre-match recap:

http://torontofc.neulion.com/tfc/console.jsp?catid=2&id=2813

Match link:

[/URL]http://www.torontofc.ca/torontofc_live (http://www.torontofc.ca/torontofc_live)

This match will be streamed online.


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:scarf:

IMO this match shouldn't be taken too seriously. It's not about results, it will be about trialists, trying different strategies, tweaking the new system which the players are still just learning, etc.

A better indication will be in South Carolina, when the squad is settled and it will be a trial run of the first team.

However, this will be a "first chance" for most to view a rough form of the "new system."

Fort York Redcoat
02-24-2011, 08:38 AM
Still excited for this match. If anyone could make a torrent of this one that would be wickedawesomecool.

prizby
02-24-2011, 08:59 AM
TFC need to do win or lose...don't want to play Orlando, so if Orlando wins, we need to lose; if Orlando (lose like in all likelihood), we need to win

Fort York Redcoat
02-24-2011, 09:11 AM
I'd like to see Orlando City. I haven't seen them before. I'm hoping to meet Mickey Mouse United next.:D

Alixir
02-24-2011, 09:28 AM
I'm hoping to meet Mickey Mouse United next.:DPsshhhh Goofy FC is the way to go! UP THE GOOFY!

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 11:12 AM
Really looking forward to this one, even though it's bullshit preseason stuff.

We have yet to see a full 90 out the rebuilt team, and I'd like to see more from the new signings than just the Turkish highlight reel.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 11:14 AM
I'd still like to see the current coaching style up against MLS teams now. Both clubs will be playing trialists but the strategy won't change... looking forward to this...

FOOOOOTBALL..

mastermixer
02-24-2011, 11:17 AM
Hopefully the stream doesnt crash too much, sounds like there may be a lot of demand to see this tonight.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 11:30 AM
Hopefully the stream doesnt crash too much, sounds like there may be a lot of demand to see this tonight.

You can watch this on the websites of each team playing, as well as on mlssoccer.com. Plenty of options so I doubt it'll crash from overuse.

Wooster_TFC
02-24-2011, 11:58 AM
You can watch this on the websites of each team playing, as well as on mlssoccer.com. Plenty of options so I doubt it'll crash from overuse.

Except it's quite likely that all 3 of those will be from the same source, just different front ends to it.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 12:18 PM
Doubt that all three run off the same server, even if content is the same.

rocker
02-24-2011, 12:50 PM
i'm pumped to watch this game.. been sick all week and need some TFC to boost my immune system!

Oldtimer
02-24-2011, 01:17 PM
TFC need to do win or lose...don't want to play Orlando, so if Orlando wins, we need to lose; if Orlando (lose like in all likelihood), we need to win

TFC doesn't need to win this one... this is just a preseason run out with trialists/reserves/academy kids.

What's of some interest is in seeing how Winter's system does when it comes up against other MLS trialists/reserves/academy kids. It still won't be a good indication at this point of how the upcoming season will go, though.

In Charleston, when the first team is mostly settled... there we will want to see how well the team has come together and the system works.

However, football is football and many here will be glad to get an early TFC fix.

Parkdale
02-24-2011, 01:19 PM
Still excited for this match. If anyone could make a torrent of this one that would be wickedawesomecool.


agreed.

if anyone has a way to 'record' the stream, that would be very helpful.

unless of course the team hosts the video (or a 'game in 60') after the live match is done.

Parkdale
02-24-2011, 01:20 PM
TFC need to do win or lose...don't want to play Orlando, so if Orlando wins, we need to lose; if Orlando (lose like in all likelihood), we need to win


:sosp:

ummm... what?

DichioTFC
02-24-2011, 02:00 PM
can't wait to see the new Dutch guys in action. Result isn't important, but how the players attack / defend is crucial (see if they have changed from previous years).

Also, although tonight's match probably wont give any indication, I would really like to see what DeRo's role will be. AMC? ST? Attacking winger? Roaming?

prizby
02-24-2011, 02:30 PM
TFC doesn't need to win this one... this is just a preseason run out with trialists/reserves/academy kids.

What's of some interest is in seeing how Winter's system does when it comes up against other MLS trialists/reserves/academy kids. It still won't be a good indication at this point of how the upcoming season will go, though.

In Charleston, when the first team is mostly settled... there we will want to see how well the team has come together and the system works.

However, football is football and many here will be glad to get an early TFC fix.

better to play dallas than orlando...gives winter another team in the MLS that TFC play that he can learn what system they play to prepare for them better when the regular season begins...i don't care about the result, but I think its important that Winter and the new staff see as many MLS teams play against our team and our system to see what is and isn't working

Oldtimer
02-24-2011, 02:40 PM
better to play dallas than orlando...gives winter another team in the MLS that TFC play that he can learn what system they play to prepare for them better when the regular season begins...i don't care about the result, but I think its important that Winter and the new staff see as many MLS teams play against our team and our system to see what is and isn't working

Good point. Thanks for clarifying.

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 02:44 PM
IMO this match shouldn't be taken too seriously. It's not about results, it will be about trialists, trying different strategies, tweaking the new system which the players are still just learning, etc.

"

eff that. this match, all by itself will show how the season will go. do or die. all or nothing.

DichioTFC
02-24-2011, 02:44 PM
better to play dallas than orlando...gives winter another team in the MLS that TFC play that he can learn what system they play to prepare for them better when the regular season begins...i don't care about the result, but I think its important that Winter and the new staff see as many MLS teams play against our team and our system to see what is and isn't working

I can appreciate what you're saying, but I would prefer to play a weaker team closer to the start of the season to give the team some confidence that they can score goals and dominate on the field. After all, the team played well in Turkey against established squads, its a good confidence boost to win a game outright.

SuperTCP
02-24-2011, 02:47 PM
Now I have something to do tonight when I am stuck in North Bay

Oldtimer
02-24-2011, 03:08 PM
eff that. this match, all by itself will show how the season will go. do or die. all or nothing.

LOL

You've obviously been reading this board for a long time! ;)

HiHotorontofc
02-24-2011, 03:11 PM
I know the result does not matter too much but still......


SMASH EM TFC!

TFCwestcan
02-24-2011, 03:56 PM
I am wondering if there will be any commentary/play by play on the stream. I am hoping I can figure out whose who, Martina seems to stand out with the dreads/braids. Every team needs a guy with dreads/braids, regarding TFC the need is urgent now that Dero has shorn the locks.

TFCDP
02-24-2011, 03:58 PM
First pre-match thread..... WOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

Super
02-24-2011, 04:33 PM
I look forward to this game. I understand that it's a meaningless game in terms of result, but certainly we should be very happy to get a first look at Winter's chosen playing style - and players too. I'll definitely be watching!

Mark TFC
02-24-2011, 04:42 PM
Stoked to watch the match tonight!!!

razor787
02-24-2011, 04:51 PM
I don't understand why Gol doesn't have this. If there are cameras there, and its being streamed, then Gol should have been able to pick it up.

KRO
02-24-2011, 07:26 PM
I'm watching the feed for Dallas v Orlando and the coverage is pretty good. Plenty of cameras and reasonable commentary by US standards.

Redpunkfiddle
02-24-2011, 07:32 PM
The video is great quality.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 07:35 PM
...beer ready

phonzo
02-24-2011, 07:40 PM
ESPN3...I prefer the Ocho

brad
02-24-2011, 07:41 PM
The video is great quality.

Really? It's choppy for me when a go full screen.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 07:42 PM
the quality is slightly better then the CCL game in peru being streamed from someones cell phone :p

gracos
02-24-2011, 07:47 PM
#TFC Starting XI -> Frei, Omphroy, Attakora, Cann, Yourasswosky, de Heus, Peterson ,LaBrocca, Gay, De Rosario, Martina .. #TorontoFC

gracos
02-24-2011, 07:47 PM
Im scared of that player named Gay, he might be made fun of at BMO Field

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 07:49 PM
Go Reds, it is here for all of us to see

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 07:56 PM
Kickoff minutes away, 1-0 Dallas in the opener vs. the host Orlando City.

flamehawk
02-24-2011, 07:59 PM
Feed is up

TFCWEST
02-24-2011, 08:00 PM
lets go reds, good call on the beer

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:00 PM
Pumped to watch. Video stream off tfc's site is looking pretty good. Gonna be weird if it's a mute match, though. Doubt any commentary is to be expected?

Shway
02-24-2011, 08:01 PM
^^youu knoww so ampped

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:03 PM
Pumped to watch. Video stream off tfc's site is looking pretty good. Gonna be weird if it's a mute match, though. Doubt any commentary is to be expected?

Yes there is, with a side line reporter thrown in for good measure.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:03 PM
Squads are walking out. It's been sooooooo long....

ensco
02-24-2011, 08:04 PM
Is this game being played in Turin or Newcastle? Since when do nets have stripes?

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:04 PM
^Awesome.

TFCWEST
02-24-2011, 08:04 PM
I'd say it's better watching this sort of match without commentary - considering the talent they'd have calling the game....

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:04 PM
Go Reds, bring it on.

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:05 PM
so, formation?

-------------frei----------------------
okphroy, attakora, cann, yourassowsky
---la brocca,-------- de heus---------
-----------de rosario-----------------
peterson-----gay------- martina

might have the full backs and wingers on the wrong side, but something like that?

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:05 PM
Is this game being played in Turin or Newcastle? Since when do nets have stripes?

Since when does anyone give a shit? First game we get to watch in full since last fall and you're asking about net stripes?:facepalm:

phonzo
02-24-2011, 08:06 PM
http://bit.ly/dJIa7n

try the mls feed if tfc is acting up...mls feed is up and working

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:06 PM
really like the look of the shirts from far away.

edit: but it's not actually the real shirt is it? never mind.

Walms
02-24-2011, 08:07 PM
Lets Go Boys, (great stream)

rocker
02-24-2011, 08:08 PM
here we go!!

Shway
02-24-2011, 08:08 PM
game on everyone!!

Batman
02-24-2011, 08:08 PM
really like the look of the shirts from far away.

I don't think those are the official jerseys. Maybe just practice ones.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:09 PM
I'd say it's better watching this sort of match without commentary - considering the talent they'd have calling the game....
This is their MLS on ESPN crew.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:10 PM
I don't think those are the official jerseys. Maybe just practice ones.

That is correct.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:11 PM
As advertised, Stef's seeing a ton of the ball. I know it's part of the system now, but still makes me nervous given all the mistakes from the past.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:11 PM
Good to see Omphroy out there, he bring a style that will suite TFC well.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 08:13 PM
5 minutes in...how about them shorts..

Shway
02-24-2011, 08:13 PM
this is going to be a great season!

TFCWEST
02-24-2011, 08:13 PM
As advertised, Stef's seeing a ton of the ball. I know it's part of the system now, but still makes me nervous given all the mistakes from the past.
me too, I've held my breath a couple of times already.

ensco
02-24-2011, 08:14 PM
Since when does anyone give a shit? First game we get to watch in full since last fall and you're asking about net stripes?:facepalm:

Think I'll be moving my seat to the other end of the bar, maybe the people there have a sense of humour....

pekduck
02-24-2011, 08:14 PM
shit.. peterson scored.. 1-0

Shway
02-24-2011, 08:14 PM
Goaalll!!!

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:14 PM
whoooooooooo

ArmenJBX
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
Jacob Peterson Babyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I Knew It! :D

fiji_blue
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
Gooooaaaaalllllll!!!

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
Yeh Jacob, good on him, nice feed by Nick

KRO
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
Goal!!!!!

v00d00daddy
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
bad first touch....nice finish. lol

ThunderTundra
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
GOAL! Sexy play by the whole team leading up to that

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
Hello Jacob!!!!!!!

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
was just about to say, lot of possession but not much happpeneing, and then boom. peterson!

Walms
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
YEAAAA!!!! Peterson!!

prizby
02-24-2011, 08:15 PM
let the hate on peterson continue...

Mark TFC
02-24-2011, 08:16 PM
Yeaaaaah!!!!

Shway
02-24-2011, 08:16 PM
Jacob Peterson Babyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I Knew It! :D

you might prove me wrong about jacob this yearr

TheKing7
02-24-2011, 08:16 PM
Yes.

I Am Excited.

Wooo.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:17 PM
You know what I'll say about the Frei goal touches? Look how many airborne 50-50s in midfield we've had in this game as a result of hoofing the ball up the field? ZERO. That shit's wasted possession and we're seeing none of it now. Cost of that is that you're risking costly mistakes when you involve the keeper so much more.

rocker
02-24-2011, 08:18 PM
"can you guys get out of the way" -- Dom Kinnear to the camera guy

pekduck
02-24-2011, 08:18 PM
hmm where's the coverage on the set piece.. grr..

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:18 PM
Crap

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:18 PM
Whoa. Sexy Houston goal. Also: where was the marking?

ArmenJBX
02-24-2011, 08:18 PM
Shitty defending there..

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:19 PM
was that bad defence? you bet yourassowski it was.

prizby
02-24-2011, 08:19 PM
5 houston in the box...only 2 toronto?

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:19 PM
man was that lucky

Relja
02-24-2011, 08:20 PM
1-1 :(

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:20 PM
according to reports yourassowsk is more a favour than a legit option.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 08:21 PM
Shitty defending there..

yup...a bit..mark up?

wheres yeoman to yell that at them

mowe
02-24-2011, 08:21 PM
was that bad defence? you bet yourassowski it was.

Exactly this.

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:21 PM
according to reports yourassowsk is more a favour than a legit option.

do we have time to be doing favours? we've got a squad to build.

favour to who? and why?

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:24 PM
do we have time to be doing favours? we've got a squad to build.

favour to who? and why?

not sure, it was just mentioned on Canada Soccer News

loconet
02-24-2011, 08:24 PM
I am absolutely livid that they chose to go with Silverlight. Silverlight, a closed technology, is not supported by many platforms. Not everyone is on a windows machine (never mind a desktop) so to lock us out like that is very 1996 of them. Who is running their things? Geesh!

I can tolerate shitty product on the field but when they make stupid technology decisions like that, it's hard for me not to blow up.

screw them, here is the direct link for those of us who want to watch it on our own media player:

mms://cdncon.wm.llnwd.net/cdncon_neulion1_mls_live_event_1?eid=11685&pid=11710&gid=1000&e=1298600252&h=a004f1909b49368b22d97d398ff52c7f

rocker
02-24-2011, 08:24 PM
hey, the ref has spray paint

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:25 PM
Who likes the spray paint to mark where you can stand on a free kick, cool.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:27 PM
Nice save

dantdot
02-24-2011, 08:28 PM
Martina's not getting the ball at all. Really right side heavy.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 08:28 PM
lets just remember

1) trialists
2) rebuilding...again

It's when they make really stupid things that I rage at the screen i.e that mark-up earlier.

Brooker
02-24-2011, 08:28 PM
Even in preseason, if Jacob Peterson scores on you, you have problems.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 08:29 PM
lol espn commentary win...

MS...thats scary stuff..... #golfclap

Keyman
02-24-2011, 08:30 PM
We're going to struggle if Cann and Attakora are relied upon to distribute and move the ball forward from the back. If they can't improve, then our midfielders are really going to have to work to make space.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:30 PM
Ivo de Heus took a good hit.

J .
02-24-2011, 08:34 PM
We're going to struggle if Cann and Attakora are relied upon to distribute and move the ball forward from the back. If they can't improve, then our midfielders are really going to have to work to make space.


Yup...

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:35 PM
Hopefully this roster will offer the Reds everything they need for success in the MLS. With the expanded format, making the post-season in 2011 is a must.

pekduck
02-24-2011, 08:36 PM
martina with a good look and sends the ball in.. good PK (call is debatable)

Walms
02-24-2011, 08:36 PM
Lota good Ball control infront of our net, but lacking on the attack

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:36 PM
Nice, PK, make it now.

BeerBaron95
02-24-2011, 08:37 PM
nice pass from Martina.. even better dive from Gay ;)

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:37 PM
nice play by martina.

and de ro! wooooooooo.

Relja
02-24-2011, 08:37 PM
2-1 dero :)

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:37 PM
DeRo, yes, good to see after missing on one in Turkey.

flamehawk
02-24-2011, 08:37 PM
2-1
Penalty!
De Ro scores!!

phonzo
02-24-2011, 08:37 PM
no cheque signing motion?

mowe
02-24-2011, 08:37 PM
Give DeRo his money!!

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:38 PM
It is time for DeRo to get what he is worth, very important

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:39 PM
Attractive? Where is the attractive? The bulk of our possession is the back 3, passing it back to Frei.

And yes, nice penalty convert from D-Money.

rocker
02-24-2011, 08:40 PM
they haven't got Martina involved as much as I'd like, but I'm impressed with him when he does get some action.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:40 PM
Do red cards put a team down a man in this tourney?

Stryker
02-24-2011, 08:41 PM
according to reports yourassowsk is more a favour than a legit option.
He stinks


Even in preseason, if Jacob Peterson scores on you, you have problems.

We have problems considering he's been our top goal scorer.

Attakora has been having a bad game thus far.

Not impressed seeing Omphroy in game action.

sidvan
02-24-2011, 08:42 PM
i would think so since it's technically a tournament not a friendly exhibition

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:42 PM
Martina will be a good pickup for the Reds.

Walms
02-24-2011, 08:42 PM
I think Frei has seen most of the ball

Batman
02-24-2011, 08:43 PM
anyone else not that Ophroy has been a little weak today. He's mucked up each of the 4 touches I've noticed.

Stryker
02-24-2011, 08:44 PM
anyone else not that Ophroy has been a little weak today. He's mucked up each of the 4 touches I've noticed.
Not looking good at all.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:44 PM
Yes, agree on Omphroy. Pretty junior mistakes. That said, they haven't exactly been playing together very long.

tfcleeds
02-24-2011, 08:45 PM
anyone else not that Ophroy has been a little weak today. He's mucked up each of the 4 touches I've noticed.

I've only seen one touch (joined late), but if one was the passback to the keeper, yes, that was weak.

BeerBaron95
02-24-2011, 08:46 PM
K, fuck this short pass clearance from Frei already.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:47 PM
It will take a bit for the college players or for the matter everyone who is new to the Reds in gaining their footing as a team.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:48 PM
Nice touch by DeRo

Keyman
02-24-2011, 08:49 PM
Gay seems very solid in the air, always well positioned. Also seems quite comfortable with the ball at his feet.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:49 PM
That was pretty close to being a PK

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:50 PM
Gay seems very solid in the air, always well positioned. Also seems quite comfortable with the ball at his feet.

That is for sure, I am impressed by what he is bringing to the pitch.

ginkster88
02-24-2011, 08:50 PM
I am absolutely livid that they chose to go with Silverlight. Silverlight, a closed technology, is not supported by many platforms. Not everyone is on a windows machine (never mind a desktop) so to lock us out like that is very 1996 of them. Who is running their things? Geesh!

I can tolerate shitty product on the field but when they make stupid technology decisions like that, it's hard for me not to blow up.

screw them, here is the direct link for those of us who want to watch it on our own media player:

mms://cdncon.wm.llnwd.net/cdncon_neulion1_mls_live_event_1?eid=11685&pid=11710&gid=1000&e=1298600252&h=a004f1909b49368b22d97d398ff52c7f


Running just fine on my macbook.

Stryker
02-24-2011, 08:50 PM
Gay seems very solid in the air, always well positioned. Also seems quite comfortable with the ball at his feet.

He's also very large.

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:50 PM
cann and attakora in the wall? who's marking?

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:50 PM
Here's the equalizer...calling it.

pekduck
02-24-2011, 08:50 PM
damn... that was a good direct FK....

rocker
02-24-2011, 08:50 PM
fuck.

loconet
02-24-2011, 08:51 PM
damn, gotta admit that was a killer free-kick.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:51 PM
Dam, but that was one nice goal on a set piece by Davis.

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:51 PM
eff. nevermind the marking I guess.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:51 PM
Ah. Good ol' TFC.

Batman
02-24-2011, 08:51 PM
nice shot. (asshole)

London
02-24-2011, 08:52 PM
that was a nice shot

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:52 PM
Not much Frei could have done to stop that.

tfcleeds
02-24-2011, 08:52 PM
Great free kick, not much that could be done on that.

Relja
02-24-2011, 08:52 PM
2-2 :( great freekick though

rocker
02-24-2011, 08:53 PM
good leading ball by MeatyTwit

flamehawk
02-24-2011, 08:53 PM
Better from Omphroy, almost created a goal

Auzzy
02-24-2011, 08:53 PM
Shouldn't Frei have been closer to that side of the goal though? The wall was covering the other side. Also, crappy foul by LaBrocca,

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:53 PM
That was a pretty harry moment for the Houston backline, too bad TFC could not jump on it.

Stryker
02-24-2011, 08:53 PM
No touch by the keeper. Thats a PK and card.

Darlofletch
02-24-2011, 08:53 PM
nice run and cross from omphroy.

Walms
02-24-2011, 08:54 PM
That was a nice pass from Omphroy

DOMIN8R
02-24-2011, 08:54 PM
Late chime in. Anyone else impressed with the officiating?

TheKing7
02-24-2011, 08:55 PM
Brad davis, freekick - ace.

Blowing Bubbles
02-24-2011, 08:55 PM
I'd say it's better watching this sort of match without commentary - considering the talent they'd have calling the game....

they don't have the right accent eh?

Stryker
02-24-2011, 08:55 PM
Late chime in. Anyone else impressed with the officiating?
Not really.

mowe
02-24-2011, 08:55 PM
JDG is really going to be a big help in the midfield. We need some better distribution out of there.

Lots of work still needed to be done, but that's to be expected.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 08:55 PM
I think the ref's been very reasonable. Not minding the occasional bust-out of the spraypaint, either. A certain Mr. Toledo could take a page from this guy's book.

Walms
02-24-2011, 08:56 PM
I Like what Im seein from the Red's, Lots ball control and their looking to make quick deadly attacks... Still work to be done, but im Loving it, GOOOOO REDS!!!

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 08:57 PM
Gay is showing he can play, someone I am sure Winter will be looking to having him full time.

Walms
02-24-2011, 08:57 PM
"Winter wants more from the guys"

Keyman
02-24-2011, 08:59 PM
JDG is really going to be a big help in the midfield. We need some better distribution out of there.

Lots of work still needed to be done, but that's to be expected.

Yeah I agree. We need that bridge between the backline and our midfielders, and because we don't have it right now there's a lot of lateral movement at the back. That being said, Cann and Attakora really need to work on their distribution, neither seems confident at all, it was a problem last season as well.

Batman
02-24-2011, 08:59 PM
anyone know what one would have to do to watch this through the browser on a PS3.
Is that possible?

J .
02-24-2011, 08:59 PM
Too many passes back on our team, not enough endeavor and movement in the attack. Houston looks the better side and they are in a similar boat as us.

Stryker
02-24-2011, 09:02 PM
Im hoping to ethier see Soolsma or how Lindsey's progressing in the second half.
You can tell Omphrey was a mid converted to RB. He's actually playing as a RWB.

ThunderTundra
02-24-2011, 09:02 PM
anyone know what one would have to do to watch this through the browser on a PS3.
Is that possible?

I tried for so long to get it to work, I gave up and went to the computer. I think its the Silverlight thing

Detroit_TFC
02-24-2011, 09:03 PM
There seems to be a plan to build from the back and to my eye it's getting executed a little mechanically, but I think thats understandable at this point. I just like that we have a plan.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 09:04 PM
anyone know what one would have to do to watch this through the browser on a PS3.
Is that possible?

Easier to buy an HDMI cable, plug it into your TV and then to your laptop. Trust me, I've tried the PS3 route and it's a huge pain.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:04 PM
Wonder if MeatyTwit is going to grace us with a tweet at the half.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:05 PM
On second look that was a really nice goal by Brad Davis on the free kick, not much that Frei could have done.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 09:08 PM
Late chime in. Anyone else impressed with the officiating?

spraypaint..


also late to this one...

Give dero what he is worth....when he scored a PK?!...thats why..

jesus....

phonzo
02-24-2011, 09:08 PM
anyone know what one would have to do to watch this through the browser on a PS3.
Is that possible?

can't due to the technology they are using to stream (silverlight). If it was flash it would probably have played...i tried :D

ilikemusic
02-24-2011, 09:08 PM
I hate the term 'upper 90'.

boban
02-24-2011, 09:09 PM
On second look that was a really nice goal by Brad Davis on the free kick, not much that Frei could have done.
yes there is.
he could of played it better.
Not saying he should of saved it but the wall defends one part of the net, the goalie the other.
he was behind the wall leaving him no chance for that ball.

Suds
02-24-2011, 09:10 PM
There seems to be a plan to build from the back and to my eye it's getting executed a little mechanically, but I think thats understandable at this point. I just like that we have a plan.

That is the plan, however, TFC has not reacted to Houston's pressure on our D. Houston is pressing up making it hard for us to move the ball out that way.

Our D is too slow in moving the ball. They need shorter quicker passes. Houston's forwards will eventually stop chasing them down and that will open up more room for us to move the ball.

kaos197O
02-24-2011, 09:11 PM
yes there is.
he could of played it better.
Not saying he should of savedit but the wall defends one part of the net, the goalie the other.
he was behind the wall leaving him no chance for that ball.
Agreed....he was not positioned well. I am uncertain if he was actually even ready for the shot but.........Poor!

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:11 PM
Good to see former Red Hunter Freeman take the pitch.

Batman
02-24-2011, 09:12 PM
Wonder if MeatyTwit is going to grace us with a tweet at the half.

I'm old school (really old school).

I'd prefer he only think about his effen game.

Redpunkfiddle
02-24-2011, 09:13 PM
Henry hurt?

Suds
02-24-2011, 09:13 PM
Martina, Attakora, Omphroy off

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:14 PM
Whats up with Doniel Henry's health?

Suds
02-24-2011, 09:14 PM
Gargan, Zavarise, Stinson on

Batman
02-24-2011, 09:17 PM
juuuuuuuuuuuust a touch outside

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:17 PM
I think I saw Makubuya on too

Roogsy
02-24-2011, 09:21 PM
That's the 2nd time they mention TFC has never had a winning season. :(

Batman
02-24-2011, 09:22 PM
That's the 2nd time they mention TFC has never had a winning season. :(

true, but they were nice about it.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:22 PM
That's the 2nd time they mention TFC has never had a winning season. :(
Yeh that fact kind of sucks, hope it changes in 2011.

BFin
02-24-2011, 09:22 PM
Wonder if MeatyTwit is going to grace us with a tweet at the half.

CBlake discovers MeatyTwit on Twitter....

http://images1.memegenerator.net/Maradona/ImageMacro/2871687/time-to-fap.jpg

Keyman
02-24-2011, 09:23 PM
Does Frei refuse to move the ball forward in the air?

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:25 PM
CBlake discovers MeatyTwit on Twitter....

http://static.funnyjunk.com/CommentPhoto/477f4bc7_edcc_5d50.jpeg

Well some league's do encourage their players to tweet while some have very strict rules regarding it.

Suds
02-24-2011, 09:26 PM
Does Frei refuse to move the ball forward in the air?

It's not the style TFC is trying to implement in their play. They want to build from the back.

Besides, hoofing the ball down the field every time gives you a 50/50 shot at winning the ball at best. When you pass it to your D you start with 100% possession.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 09:27 PM
CBlake discovers MeatyTwit on Twitter....

http://images1.memegenerator.net/Maradona/ImageMacro/2871687/time-to-fap.jpg

:smilielol5::smilielol5::smilielol5::smilielol5:

sidvan
02-24-2011, 09:29 PM
DeRo injured?

Batman
02-24-2011, 09:29 PM
DeRo with a bit of a knock. Seems to be favouring a rib as he leaves the game.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:29 PM
I like this era of developing youth talent, Oscar is a good example of that.

Keyman
02-24-2011, 09:29 PM
It's not the style TFC is trying to implement in their play. They want to build from the back.

Besides, hoofing the ball down the field every time gives you a 50/50 shot at winning the ball at best. When you pass it to your D you start with 100% possession.

I understand that. But you're limiting yourself if you say you can NEVER send the ball forward in the air. There have been lots of situations where there's been significant pressure, and very few options for Frei, yet he still relies on the short pass.

Suds
02-24-2011, 09:32 PM
I understand that. But you're limiting yourself if you say you can NEVER send the ball forward in the air. There have been lots of situations where there's been significant pressure, and very few options for Frei, yet he still relies on the short pass.

Pre-season. He's probably been told to stick to a certain plan so they can work out how they want to build their game.

flamehawk
02-24-2011, 09:33 PM
I am liking Oscar Cordone. Very active, despite just coming. He's putting pressure on teh opposition, and touches look good

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:34 PM
It will take time for Winter's plan to take shape.

Keyman
02-24-2011, 09:34 PM
Pre-season. He's probably been told to stick to a certain plan so they can work out how they want to build their game.

That's what I'm hoping is the case. Some nerve-racking play thus far.

Gwando
02-24-2011, 09:36 PM
Santos has so much potential! I am thinking Winter is going to bring the best out and he is going to have a great season.

denime
02-24-2011, 09:36 PM
Stream is disaster for me.It's buffering every 10-15 seconds. FFS

flamehawk
02-24-2011, 09:36 PM
Ugh 3 - 2

Poor marking

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:38 PM
That sucks, Frei caught flat footed

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 09:38 PM
Classic Gargan garbage. I know he's a fan favorite, but fuck, do your job.

Suds
02-24-2011, 09:38 PM
starting to see some of the midfielders moving away from the D as soon as they have the ball instead of moving into space to make themselves available for the ball

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 09:39 PM
That sucks, Frei caught flat footed

Kidding, right? You know he had no chance on that goal.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:39 PM
Too funny I could barely see Plata make the move up the field, man is he small, but an exciting player to watch.

Auzzy
02-24-2011, 09:40 PM
Wow, Gargan didn't even try to get to the ball before the goal, just holding onto his guy.

Ageroo
02-24-2011, 09:41 PM
JDG will help bottle up the midfield and keep control...excited to see when he gets back into the fold...this style should play to his strengths.....

I like what I see...the team still needs to gel, but like the ball movement...

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:41 PM
Hope Cordon is ok, limping is never a good thing.

Gwando
02-24-2011, 09:42 PM
I love how the team focus now is quick movement with the ball and using the width of the field...this 4-4-3 is going to be really exciting this year.

Auzzy
02-24-2011, 09:43 PM
LOL, the stream is Silverlight, isn't it? Before on a small-screen Vista laptop, it was working fine in Internet Explorer. Now on a larger-screen Win7 laptop, it wouldn't work well in Internet Explorer. Lost all the controls, couldn't control volume or go full-screen. So I downloaded & installed Google Chrome. The Silverlight stream works fine there including controls. Need Google to fix the Microsoft technology. ;)

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:43 PM
I love how the team focus now is quick movement with the ball and using the width of the field...this 4-4-3 is going to be really exciting this year.
Yes it will be, that is for sure.

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 09:44 PM
I love how the team focus now is quick movement with the ball and using the width of the field...this 4-4-3 is going to be really exciting this year.

You mean 4-3-3?

Auzzy
02-24-2011, 09:44 PM
You mean 4-3-3?

Shhh, don't give away Winter's secret!

Gwando
02-24-2011, 09:45 PM
Agree Ageroo... this will suit JDG's style...I am hoping that he will be encouraged to go forward with the ball more.

Raging Reggie
02-24-2011, 09:46 PM
4-4-3 formation will be amazing. Who needs Frei, fuck yes!

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 09:46 PM
Shhh, don't give away Winter's secret!

LOL. I'm in 225 this season too. We'll keep a close guard over it.

Walms
02-24-2011, 09:47 PM
almost a 2nd pk

Gwando
02-24-2011, 09:47 PM
Ha! Yes! Sorry...was thinking that we got a special exception from Garver to use 12 on field this season cause, damn we deserve it!

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 09:50 PM
man was that close. Nice save too

DangerRed
02-24-2011, 09:50 PM
Omg What A Howler!!! Wide Open Net!

Batman
02-24-2011, 09:50 PM
wow. what a save by Frei.
Unbelievable save.

Walms
02-24-2011, 09:50 PM
Epicness from Frei

Kaz
02-24-2011, 09:52 PM
MLS use of Silverlight is horrible, they are using a really really poor form that is incompatible with many platforms, (ie you won't see mobile apps or anything) and is buggy, It's totally broken on Linux, and is kinda iffy on Mac's.

sully
02-24-2011, 09:53 PM
I was hoping that with the new management and encouraging signs, we would be in a position where we would see Toronto being able to pass the ball. After 5 years, not yet it seems.

Stryker
02-24-2011, 09:53 PM
Yourass is shit. Even Alphabit soup was better.

Batman
02-24-2011, 09:54 PM
MLS use of Silverlight is horrible, they are using a really really poor form that is incompatible with many platforms, (ie you won't see mobile apps or anything) and is buggy, It's totally broken on Linux, and is kinda iffy on Mac's.

seems to be an issue on PS3 too.
probably committed to it via Seattle's Microsoft connections.

Auzzy
02-24-2011, 09:55 PM
MLS use of Silverlight is horrible, they are using a really really poor form that is incompatible with many platforms, (ie you won't see mobile apps or anything) and is buggy, It's totally broken on Linux, and is kinda iffy on Mac's.

Interesting. Maybe Google Chrome fixes the problems there as well? ;)

Stryker
02-24-2011, 09:57 PM
I was hoping that with the new management and encouraging signs, we would be in a position where we would see Toronto being able to pass the ball. After 5 years, not yet it seems.

I agree. I think everyone here is taking the same happy pills cause we don't look any better then previous seasons. In fact a few games into last season Preki's team was playing way better possession than this one.
I know its only preseason but we've got a loooooooong way to go.
I predict another year without playoffs.

Relja
02-24-2011, 10:01 PM
bah 3-2. Didnt play too great in my opinion.

Batman
02-24-2011, 10:01 PM
bah 3-2. Didnt play too great in my opinion.

ya, nothing to write home about.

sully
02-24-2011, 10:02 PM
I agree. I think everyone here is taking the same happy pills cause we don't look any better then previous seasons. In fact a few games into the season Preki's team was playing way better possession than this one.
I know its only preseason but we've got aloooooooong way to go.
I predict another year without playoffs.

I think playoffs are reachable in this league even with poor football. I care more about good football than playoffs at this stage. I guess I can't accept mediocrity but that's what we have in MLS for the foreseeable future. But Toronto is our team, and that's as important I guess.

Walms
02-24-2011, 10:04 PM
TFC 2 - 3 Dynamo

Still a long way to go, and a lot to master. But a Big change with TFC's style. With some more work I think were gona have a Great Season

Gwando
02-24-2011, 10:04 PM
C'mon Stryker! Man! It is preseason and Winter is trying to sort alot of stuff out at this point! My guess is that Preki had alienated a larger portion of the squad at this point also!

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 10:04 PM
Too bad, I think some of the usefulness will be lost having to play Orlando City rather than Dallas.

Auzzy
02-24-2011, 10:05 PM
The camera work was pretty bad, mostly too much zoomed in, so you couldn't see what was happening elsewhere on the field. However, did the defense really have nowhere better to pass the ball, than back & forth between defenders? MF just didn't seem to be getting open. And then sometimes you would see some good movement forward, only to have someone chicken out & go way back again.

Really not happy with the movement on & off the ball tonight, and the passing game, especially against a physical MLS opponent that's gonna bowl you over if you dick around with the ball.

TOBOR !
02-24-2011, 10:05 PM
meh. This just reminds me of this time last year.

I think I'll change my Expectations to a lower setting.

phonzo
02-24-2011, 10:05 PM
well its not even preseason ( know it is but it isn't I stand by it :p) ...we have people still trying out for the team out there.... I dunno I'm not judging the season based on today or saturday.

However there are areas we are still lacking in - i.e the wings so hopefully a few different folks can try to come in and fill that gap.

Red CB Toronto
02-24-2011, 10:07 PM
The camera work was pretty bad, mostly too much zoomed in, so you couldn't see what was happening elsewhere on the field. However, did the defense really have nowhere better to pass the ball, than back & forth between defenders? MF just didn't seem to be getting open. And then sometimes you would see some good movement forward, only to have someone chicken out & go way back again.

Really not happy with the movement on & off the ball tonight, and the passing game, especially against a physical MLS opponent that's gonna bowl you over if you dick around with the ball.

You have to remember that at a facility like this the cameras are going to be much lower than what we get during the regular season, to the shots are going to be tighter outside of the wide pan stuff.

rocker
02-24-2011, 10:10 PM
i think you could see what Winter wants to do... but he doesn't yet have the continuity or, in some positions, the talent to do it.

Some previous TFC teams played well guys -- even in the middle of 2007 TFC had a great run with Dichio and O'Brien leading the way. Even Preki's team was looking good at one point last year when they went on a run. What's going to make a difference is consistency. I'm hoping Winter's system provides that.

Detroit_TFC
02-24-2011, 10:12 PM
I was relatively happy with the first half but the second half was frustrating. But I still think it was way better than the game last year.

Alonso
02-24-2011, 10:12 PM
I think our starting 11 will look much better, especially after a few leaugue games under their belt. I'm worried about our depth now after tonights game...

J .
02-24-2011, 10:14 PM
In my opinion Im looking at TFC with no expectations and little hope. Five years going in, same old business. I dont see this team as having gotten much better and I am a little concerned about the amount of back passing and if they are going to build through Cann and Attakora, the team will be in some trouble when those guys are getting pressed by faster forwards, which Houstons guys are a bigger and slower. Also, this team needs a true target man. I wasnt too impressed with Gay and would need too see more from him and Im still not sold on Santos as a starter. I like him as a sub and depth at the position, but not a starter.

Yeah its only preseason, but having finally watched a full game and not some 3 minute cut up put on by TFCTV, I think so far Im pretty spot on thinking very little about this team going forward right now.