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Yohan
03-17-2011, 07:51 AM
Seriously? No pregame thread? :P

So, is JDG fit for Vancouver game?

Technorgasm
03-17-2011, 07:53 AM
time to

CRUSH.
THEIR.
DREEEAAAAMMMSSSS!!

The Red Tide will be sweeping their hopes away like a Tsunami!
(too soon?)

BS1327
03-17-2011, 08:07 AM
DECAP THE CAPS!

I'm pumped, gonna be watching with my buddy at school who's from Vancouver.

Pachuco
03-17-2011, 11:30 AM
I have no doubt in my mind, in fact, I guarantee this will be a 0-0 draw.

kaos197O
03-17-2011, 11:34 AM
2-0 Toronto

Dero and Santos with the goals
:scarf:

P-NUTZ
03-17-2011, 11:36 AM
2-1 van.
grrr...

Gazza
03-17-2011, 11:37 AM
First pre game thread on st. paddy's day? I'm tearing up a bit here...

jloome
03-17-2011, 11:45 AM
I look at the spine of their team, I look at the spine of our team, we should win this.

But we're in a new system and it looked pretty tentative until that last game (although Asif did confirm in the last chat that they were running scenarios in the prior Florida games, so I'm not sure what we saw, really.)

Oy. Hate to have to stake cash on this one.

I'm gonna go with 1-1.

dantdot
03-17-2011, 11:46 AM
So, is JDG fit for Vancouver game?

No, he's staying in Toronto. He did an interview with a Vancouver radio station yesterday. I think he said it'd be another 2 weeks.

He said he was impressed with Nana and Martina in pre-season. I'm paraphrasing but he also shit on the old management about how bad it was last year and how he felt for the young players having to experience it.

Oldtimer
03-17-2011, 03:14 PM
TFC are far from being settled on their play yet. Vancouver has some rough edges, but I expect them to pull through for the win. 2-1 Vancouver.

DangerRed
03-17-2011, 03:16 PM
TFC has struggled against Vancouver before, and this is their first MLS game on home turf. They'll be hungry and will make us pay on a mistake like a back-pass to Frei. 1-0 or 2-0 Vancouver.

ManUtd4ever
03-17-2011, 03:23 PM
It will be an emotional night for the Whitecaps and they will have the edge in terms of energy, especially in the first half. I think TFC will get stronger as the game wears on and come away with a 1-1 draw.

TFCwestcan
03-17-2011, 04:03 PM
It really is a can't miss game, Caps first MLS regular season game, home opener against TFC whom they will instantly hate. Ah wish I could be there. I will look for the requiste shot of TFC fans in the audience. My best guess is that it will be a hard fought close game. TFC is still in formation. It will also be interesting to see how TSN treats the broadcast.

noochie
03-17-2011, 10:14 PM
hmm...Vancouver doesn't look like they will be able to score with no opposing goaltender and, well its a road game... 0-0

Banjax
03-17-2011, 10:17 PM
Nothing to see here people we all know its a 1-0 Vancouver win EA Sports said so...NAH 1-0 TFC!! Who scores is anybody's guess but Dero would be the safe bet:scarf::flare:

daner90
03-18-2011, 12:17 AM
I have been trying to figure out what our starting 11 will be for this line-up but at this point it is anybody's guess lol.

TFC wins!!

MKR
03-18-2011, 06:14 AM
what time does the game start? TSN website has it at 6:30 ET, but torontofc.ca has it at 7:30ET. ???

pekduck
03-18-2011, 06:26 AM
hope i can find a stream link for this..

Fort York Redcoat
03-18-2011, 06:35 AM
what time does the game start? TSN website has it at 6:30 ET, but torontofc.ca has it at 7:30ET. ???

It's been changed on the schedule to 6:30est.

MKR
03-18-2011, 06:57 AM
oh. thanks.

Technorgasm
03-18-2011, 07:46 AM
I am more excited to see RPBS then I am the actuial match.. is that wrong?

lets take those fuckers down a peg. . . .

BLIZZARD >>>> Shitecaps.
TFC >>>>>> Shitecaps
Corny peanut encrusted Shit with tomato skins >>>>> Shitecaps

I'll love it if we score. . . . I'll sploodge in Sara-the-Joes-waitress's Hair if we win. . .

James17930
03-18-2011, 08:00 AM
I'm thinking a draw as well -- which would be a good result for us, at this stage of the game.

Or, we could get lucky and they'll be too pumped up and someone will take a stupid red card or give us an easy penalty or something :)

ensco
03-18-2011, 08:05 AM
Feels like 2007 again. I'm trying, but I have no idea who they'll play, how they'll play.

I think the correct assumption is that, like 2007, we're going to have a bad start to the season but then, we may catch fire once Winter et al have more time to get this thing set.

All that to say, I think we're in trouble tomorrow. But it doesn't hurt to cheer like hell anyway!

Razor
03-18-2011, 08:15 AM
don't think we will lose, but i don't think we will win either.

1-1

TOBOR !
03-18-2011, 08:18 AM
only one more sleep !

Lucky Strike
03-18-2011, 09:28 AM
I'm going with a scoreless draw prediction, or a 1-0 final from either side on a mistake.

Joe Kool
03-18-2011, 09:30 AM
Seeing the videos and reading the various interviews with the Whitecaps players and coaches makes me think they are just as unsettled a team as us right now. This thing could really go either way and will be decided on who gets the better bounces I bet just like some of our 2007 turf games.

Cashcleaner
03-18-2011, 09:46 AM
In my gut it's gonna be 1-0 Toronto.

I totally expect Vancouver to play a bit like Montreal has in the past with a few patches of solid possession and some good offensive break-outs, but Frei and the D should be able to shut them down. Offensively, I think we'll play the waiting game and capitalize off their mistakes as they come.

TOBOR !
03-18-2011, 10:05 AM
My expectations are so low there's no way I can be disappointed.

swan
03-18-2011, 10:12 AM
hope i can find a stream link for this..


that what i'm hopping for but since it's 2 canadian teams i think it might be hard..

might have to wait until tomorrow to mention to the wife i wanna spend 40 bucks on mls live she is in a bad mood today lets hope it don't carry over to tomorrow..

DeRosario
03-18-2011, 10:22 AM
Thought I would take a stab at the formation Winter will start with...

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Fih0WtBHekU/TYNvvRQx08I/AAAAAAAABD4/txblrvECnUk/s320/TFC+First+Kick+2011.jpg

It's a given that Frei will be in goal and that Attakora/Cann will be in front of him. I doubt De Guzman will be ready to play yet. I think Winter will want the full backs to get forward which most likely will be Omphroy and Gargan. Gargan to me is a no brainer at this point due to his experience in MLS and our lack of depth with experienced full backs at the moment. Winter will want a lot of passing of the ball and possession in the center of midfield and I believe that would be Zavarise, Bouchiba and DeRo. This is the position DeRo played successfully for Houston and this is the position he has been playing in preseason in many cases, basically playing just behind the striker and joining the attack late. On the wings I have Peterson and Martina. Winter will want them to make quick runs, cut into the center and either shoot or feed the main striker which I have has Maicon who to me is a no brainer. I will update this with the actual starters after the game.

TFC_Blogger (http://http://tfcblogger.blogspot.com)

James17930
03-18-2011, 11:43 AM
My expectations are so low there's no way I can be disappointed.

It really is the best approach, both in football and in life.

Yohan
03-18-2011, 12:12 PM
It really is the best approach, both in football and in life.
+1

my heart wants the Reds to spank the Shitecaps to send a proper 'welcome to MLS, bitches' message, but my head says be glad if TFC escapes with a point

GBV
03-18-2011, 12:14 PM
Betting line:
Vancouver +130
Toronto +180
Draw +230

Yesterday it was +160/+170 ... so money has been coming in on the Shitecaps.

maninb
03-18-2011, 12:15 PM
1-0 Vancouver because they'll want it more....

TFCRegina
03-18-2011, 01:02 PM
Calling the cab now for the trip YQR. Be in Vancouver around 4:30.

Auzzy
03-18-2011, 02:15 PM
I don't suppose this game will be streamed on the TSN website??? I guess TSN does that for some CFL games....?

swan
03-18-2011, 05:50 PM
i just signed up for mls live its $40 bucks right now will be $60 on the 28th

Super Cereal
03-18-2011, 06:19 PM
Pumped!!!

Love the 6:30 start, works out perfect. Can go out to the bar to watch UFC after!

zackdotcom
03-19-2011, 01:33 AM
Last game i traveled to ended 3-1 in our favor @ san jose. I'll hope for the same, and expect it.

Brooker
03-19-2011, 01:59 AM
that what i'm hopping for but since it's 2 canadian teams i think it might be hard..

might have to wait until tomorrow to mention to the wife i wanna spend 40 bucks on mls live she is in a bad mood today lets hope it don't carry over to tomorrow..

http://atdhe.me/ (their new website.... haha fuck you USA.) should be showing it.

Alonso
03-19-2011, 02:21 AM
that what i'm hopping for but since it's 2 canadian teams i think it might be hard..

might have to wait until tomorrow to mention to the wife i wanna spend 40 bucks on mls live she is in a bad mood today lets hope it don't carry over to tomorrow..\


Swan, where are you at the moment? Are you not in KW?>

twistedchinaman
03-19-2011, 02:58 AM
2-2 Draw.

tfc007
03-19-2011, 04:54 AM
Shitecaps 3-0 Win

swan
03-19-2011, 05:34 AM
\


Swan, where are you at the moment? Are you not in KW?>

no i had to move to michigan

DOMIN8R
03-19-2011, 06:01 AM
Historical precedence dictates otherwise - but last night I dreamt that we won 3-0.

HiHotorontofc
03-19-2011, 06:18 AM
Shitecaps 3-0 Win

Jesssh glass half empty much? :P

2-1 toronto for me people, In Winter we trust and all that schtuff.



Time for some shexy deutch foooooossball.

KiwiRedsFan
03-19-2011, 06:35 AM
time to

CRUSH.
THEIR.
DREEEAAAAMMMSSSS!!

The Red Tide will be sweeping their hopes away like a Tsunami!
(too soon?)


yes it is too soon.

Out of interest would you as TFC fans cheer for the White caps when they play other teams?

We've got a kiwi in there by the name of Michael Boxall, I'm hoping he does well. But would still like for the Reds to pick up a win in the first round.

pekduck
03-19-2011, 06:40 AM
no i had to move to michigan

stuck in kansas here.... if anything they'll show sporting vs chivas locally...

swan
03-19-2011, 07:10 AM
stuck in kansas here.... if anything they'll show sporting vs chivas locally...


the price we pay for moving away...

pekduck
03-19-2011, 07:16 AM
the price we pay for moving away...

worse here... i'm here against my own will.... returning to toronto AFTER home opener in BMO :(

but i've brought my TFC gears and RPB scarves and see how the pub visit will fare

Yohan
03-19-2011, 07:17 AM
Shitecaps have a lot of key injuries, w/ D Jay DeMerit, M John Thorrington, M/F Davide Chiumiento all quite not match fit

Red CB Toronto
03-19-2011, 07:24 AM
Word on GOL TV is that the newly signed academy player Ashtone Morgan will be leading the way at leftback. It should be interesting with such a young player making such a big jump. I did like the glimpses of what I saw in him from the Arabe Uno game last year, hope for the best.

deltox
03-19-2011, 07:29 AM
if we cant win this one.....then i fear for the season

pekduck
03-19-2011, 07:37 AM
if we cant win this one.....then i fear for the season

guess we have different assessment of the team's new roster and its ability to play as a single unit..

i'll be happy if we score a goal during open play
and
give up less than 2 goals

win or loss or tie, not too concerned

swan
03-19-2011, 07:56 AM
worse here... i'm here against my own will.... returning to toronto AFTER home opener in BMO :(

but i've brought my TFC gears and RPB scarves and see how the pub visit will fare

lets send out a search and rescue team and save ya

anto7
03-19-2011, 08:01 AM
Not sure if this has already been posted but thought it was a good read. Got it from my MLS Matchday IPad app but it comes from TFC website.
http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2011/03/one-day-away

anto7
03-19-2011, 08:04 AM
Not sure if this has already been posted but thought it was a good read. Got it from my MLS Matchday IPad app but it comes from TFC website.
http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2011/03/one-day-away
By the way, for anyone who owns an iPad, the MLS Matchday is a free app and it is actually pretty decent. I was able to watch 1st half highlights of the Seattle v Galaxy game during the 2nd half of the game plus it had live commentary. It also allows you to stream the video to your TV if you have Apple TV.

CBTFC
03-19-2011, 08:10 AM
During the cold, grey days of January and February it seemed like this day would never arrive...and here we are :)

Finish work @ 5:30, then a methodical series of events to lead me in front of a TV with a beer in hand in time for kickoff.

C'MOOOOON YOUUUUUU REEEEEEDS!!!!

rocker
03-19-2011, 08:21 AM
if we cant win this one.....then i fear for the season

why do you say that? What's it about this one game that essentially predicts the season?

Gazza
03-19-2011, 08:27 AM
Win/lose/draw i just want to see progress. Playing as a unit. Second half being better than the first. Being able to string a few passes together. Defending as a unit.

I'll worry more about results in the second half of the season.

TheKing7
03-19-2011, 10:43 AM
Less Than 7 Hours!!!!!!!!!!!

billyfly
03-19-2011, 10:47 AM
I Hate Vanculo.

rocktml
03-19-2011, 10:47 AM
Starting 11?

billyfly
03-19-2011, 10:48 AM
YYZ vs YVR.