Tuesday Nov 8th. CONCACAF CL Quarter Final Draw

[Alonso]

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2011/11/champions-league-draw-next-tuesday


The date for the draw is set....

Who would you rather TFC face?

LA Galaxy,

Monterey,

or Santos Laguna?

[colman1860]

http://www.matthewsdiehl.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/rock-hard-place-simpsons.jpg

[sully]

Do people think we have a chance against those teams? We'll need two new strong centres backs for sure at least...and hopefully a well-planned pre-season.

I think I'd rather Toronto face LA for the simple reason that if we play either of the Mexican teams it might diminish the home advantage with all those Mexican-Canadians showing up. On the other hand, Robbie Keane, Donovan etc. will be tough..

[KGH]

I'd rather face LA for the simple reason that they'll be in off season mode like us. Plus they're losing Becks so they might be a tad easier to beat.

[maninb]

We'll have Williams and Cann available at CB...this should help...

[GuelphStorm2007]

I would Like to TFC face L.A. Our record against them is not that Bad and we are kind of famailiar with them

[tfcleeds]

Yup, gotta say LA. We stand the best chance to advance against them I think.

[RealG-TFC]

Yeah LA for sure. Besides, we've always competed well against them.

[BritSOL]

When do the player rosters have to be submitted to CONCACAF ?

[Oldtimer]

When do the player rosters have to be submitted to CONCACAF ?

7 days before the match. After the re-entry draft, Superdraft, and the transfer window re-opening. Lots of time to reinforce the squad. :)

[drewski]

IF we draw a Mexican team, they should (but won't if they can avoid it) keep the game at BMO to maximize the weather advantage.

[Waggy]

For sure LA. Mexican teams have a sort of aura of invincibility to MLS teams, esp in serious competitions. Plus they'll be in mid season form. LA we know we can beat, we know their style, we know their players, we know they'll be rusty, we know they're losing their best player this offseason. It's not close. Come on Galaxy!! Maybe Concacaf will rig it so we play them just to guarantee an MLS team in the semi finals? A guy can dream

[Joe Kool]

Like most that have responded on here I am hoping for LA too. They have the same roster limitations/cap issues as us to deal with plus will also be in preseason like us plus we have a decent enough record against them. I think if we face a Mexican side we will have a tougher away leg of the match to deal with going to Mexico plus they have no roster/cap issues on the Mexican teams from what I have read. It will be a treat to watch regardless though as long as Winter has the boys ready.

[Gallade]

hoping for LA because i think both teams being in preseason form is the best chance for us. I remember RSL's finals run last year started with Columbus in the quarterfinals and both teams looked like crap in game one; much different than the RSL who faced Saprissa and Monterrey.

if we don't get the Galaxy, we should...erm...lets go play the Sounders in a friendly or two so both of us can warm up for quarterfinals?

[T-boy]

LA all the way. If we get one of the Mexican teams, the "non hardcore TFC fans" won't care at all and won't get tickets. If we get LA and TFC hype it up enough, we would have a better chance at filling BMO.

[Yohan]

LA all the way. If we get one of the Mexican teams, the "non hardcore TFC fans" won't care at all and won't get tickets. If we get LA and TFC hype it up enough, we would have a better chance at filling BMO.
that's the least of my worries. I'm more concerned about getting the result. lol

LA will be the best draw. pre season TFC taking on mid season Mexican teams? highly doubt TFC will advance if that's the case.

mind you, this year's CCL has proven that Mexican teams are beatable.

though a LA game would be boring as shit because Arena is like smarter version of Preki, esp if LA goes up 1-0

[Fort York Redcoat]

Monterrey. It's the biggest club and it's one we haven't faced before.

And..Beckham sells tix? Tell that to NY last week...

[Rudi]

Monterrey. It's the biggest club and it's one we haven't faced before.

And..Beckham sells tix? Tell that to NY last week...
They sold way above their average, and on three days notice (and the game was less than 24 hours after a snowstorm).

Plus, TFC's biggest ever home attendance was this year against LA, the one time Beckham has ever played for the Galaxy against Toronto.

So yeah, Beckham still sells tickets.

[Canary10]

Problem is there is at best a 50/50 chance Beckham is actually with LA in March.

[Ageroo]

Monterrey. It's the biggest club and it's one we haven't faced before.

And..Beckham sells tix? Tell that to NY last week...

Gotta agree with Rudi on this one Pete......that LA game at BMO was rammed...and for a weeknight that is impressive.

[Rudi]

Problem is there is at best a 50/50 chance Beckham is actually with LA in March.
Not a problem. Most people who would buy tickets just to see Beckham likely won't know that by then. ;)

[mastermixer]

Problem is there is at best a 50/50 chance Beckham is actually with LA in March.

Problem? That would be great news for TFC :o

[prizby]

^great for them to jack the prices

[mowe]

Add me to the list that wants LA. TFC has the best chance of beating them, plain and simple. We've already proven we can hang with them (0-0 and 2-2 this season) and most importantly they would also be in preseason. I am not optimistic at all about TFC (likely with a new backline) playing their first competitive match in 4 months against a mid-season Mexican team.

I don't think Beckham will be with them after this season, but LA is still the team that most casuals would have heard of, which should help ticket sales too.

[FIAF]

Rather face the Gaylaxy. But if it's a Mexican team then Monterrey because they are defending champions.

[Fort York Redcoat]

Gotta agree with Rudi on this one Pete......that LA game at BMO was rammed...and for a weeknight that is impressive.


Oh Rudi's absolutely right on about the TFC match this year. It doesn't make it any less pathetic. NY is still lame and I can see LA every year.

And I'm sure Rudi agrees with me on the sad that is people just going to see Becks at this point.

I'd still prefer to see Monterrey than LA regardless of how many sheepy Becks Girls and Boys would show. I'm just that greedy.

One more thing for peeps that want Becks there to sell out Skydome- Montreal sold Olympic stadium on the basis of the team and competition. Not a couple players.

[Stouffville_RPB]

Santos Laguna

So that if we can pull off the win not only will we have gone further than Montreal, we also beat they opponent they couldn't.

[RicoSuave44]

^great for them to jack the prices

my thoughts exactly! Though I still want to see us face LA for the fact that they are in pre-season like us and we are familiar with their players and system.

[DichioTFC]

Monterrey. They're the weakest of the three teams. They are a team we can beat in their stadium, unlike Santos and LA.

Santos Laguna is easily the strongest club remaining.

[Yohan]

But toronto did beat LA at HDC in 2008...

[FIAF]

Monterrey. They're the weakest of the three teams. They are a team we can beat in their stadium, unlike Santos and LA.

Santos Laguna is easily the strongest club remaining.

Easily the weakest. You're crazy. Suazo to score 3.

[Redpunkfiddle]

Easily the weakest. You're crazy. Suazo to score 3.

Not a problem to have a different opinion on the best opponent. Sinking our own team -not so much.

Both Monterrey and UNAM just failed to make their playoffs in the Apertura, while Santos qualified.

Either Santos or Monterrey present their own problems. From a competitive standpoint, LA makes the most sense, though I too want to experience the non MLS opposition.

[BeerBaron95]

Monterrey. They're the weakest of the three teams. They are a team we can beat in their stadium, unlike Santos and LA.

Santos Laguna is easily the strongest club remaining.

WTF are u talking about?

[ensco]

We are lucking out because we won't get Pumas. Face it, absolutely nobody ever wants to have to play an important game at altitude.

[rocker]

Monterrey has the worst record in the Mexican league of the 4 Mexican CCL teams. They are currently 11th out of 18 teams. Although Morelia and UNAM aren't much better.

Santos Laguna is three points from the top of the table, so right now, in November, they are the best of the four. We'll see where they all stand in March.

One thing nobody has mentioned: if people want the game played at BMO, then you probably don't want to face LA, since a number of their players have experience in cold weather... they've also played at BMO so they know the ground. I think the cold weather advantage is hugely overestimated, but nonetheless, if you believe it to be true, then it wouldn't affect LA much.

I think it best to face LA though because of the aforementioned reasons: they will be at the same training stage as TFC, and they are not invincible -- we've done OK over the years against them. And the road game wouldn't be that big of a deal for travel and the Galaxy fans wouldn't be as rabid as the Mexican ones. While we would definitely get out the glory hunters to see Becks (if he's there), we'd also get -- at Skydome -- lots of hot chicks looking to meet him!!!! That is not a bad thing... we can console them after they realize Becks is playing in France.

[Cashcleaner]

Monterrey has the worst record in the Mexican league of the 4 Mexican CCL teams. They are currently 11th out of 18 teams. Although Morelia and UNAM aren't much better.

Santos Laguna is three points from the top of the table, so right now, in November, they are the best of the four. We'll see where they all stand in March.

One thing nobody has mentioned: if people want the game played at BMO, then you probably don't want to face LA, since a number of their players have experience in cold weather... they've also played at BMO so they know the ground. I think the cold weather advantage is hugely overestimated, but nonetheless, if you believe it to be true, then it wouldn't affect LA much.

Yeah, I don't think weather would be that big a factor for LA, but I would still prefer we face off against them given what sort of weather and altitude we would have to experience on our away leg - as well as the other points you've mentioned, of course.

[rockxlee]

IF we draw a Mexican team, they should (but won't if they can avoid it) keep the game at BMO to maximize the weather advantage.

What is this weather advantage people keep going on about?
Do you think Plata or Johnson like playing in temperatures just above 0?

[Keegan]

What is this weather advantage people keep going on about?
Do you think Plata or Johnson like playing in temperatures just above 0?

Johnson grew up in Boston...

[Redpunkfiddle]

My take is that the cold isn't a big 'advantage' for our team. Rather, the weather could be a bigger disadvantage for a Mexican team that would be dropped right into it. Our guys would be able to at least train and prepare with those conditions in the time leading up to the game.

Although I suppose they'll be in Florida for some of that time..

[rocker]

My take is that the cold isn't a big 'advantage' for our team. Rather, the weather could be a bigger disadvantage for a Mexican team that would be dropped right into it. Our guys would be able to at least train and prepare with those conditions in the time leading up to the game.

Although I suppose they'll be in Florida for some of that time..

Your final line is the key point -- TFC will not be in Toronto until right before the CCL game.

TFC will be in Florida at the Disney Pro Soccer tourney Friday, February 24 to Saturday, March 3, 2012. So they'll probably only have 1 or 2 practices in Toronto before the CCL game (same as the Mexicans).

[ryan]

so....when is it?

[Mark TFC]

Today's the day! Just let us know who it is!

[sully]

so....when is it?

I read somewhere the draw will be at noon in New York..

[Waggy]

I read somewhere the draw will be at noon in New York..

Any stream or just press release?

[Suds]

Any stream or just press release?

no stream that I'm aware of ... CONCACAF does have FB and twitter feeds but I'm not sure if they are doing live updates there

[Waggy]

no stream that I'm aware of ... CONCACAF does have FB and twitter feeds but I'm not sure if they are doing live updates there

Ya I checked the twitter feed, nothing. Ah well. Freaking Concacaf

[Carefree]

Absolutely nothing on the CONCACAF website. No indication there's even a draw today.

[gmacpheetfc]

Sounds like #CCL teams are about to get on the horn w/ @CONCACAF. @TorontoFC will let you know who #TFC draws when available .. #TorontoFC

[VoxPopuliCosmicum]

It's a bribe-auction. Still waiting on ML$E's bid. Highest price gets to play the Washington Generals for the cup. Other 3 teams play for 2nd place.

[__wowza]

i have absolutely nothing of value to contribute here so i'm going to post anyway.

[Red Rat]

did anyone checked which noon time it was?

[JonO]

It's a bribe-auction. Still waiting on ML$E's bid. Highest price gets to play the Washington Generals for the cup. Other 3 teams play for 2nd place.
Dumbest comment yet.

Everyone knows the Washington Generals play basketball!

[TFC/Everton]

Dumbest comment yet.

Everyone knows the Washington Generals play basketball!

:facepalm:

[__wowza]

guys, stop fighting.

here's a picture of fuad ibrahim frozen in carbonite:

http://i.imm.io/bl3m.jpeg

[prizby]

I think in a perfect world we want to get either Santos Laguna or the Galaxy with our potential semi-final match-up being versus the winner of 1 of the 2 afromentioned teams and the El Salvadorian club Isidro Metapan...although I wonder if Seattle is unable to keep Morales and Keller retires, would they be a team we would want to face in the semi's (should they make it)

[eustacchio]

guys, stop fighting.

here's a picture of fuad ibrahim frozen in carbonite:

http://i.imm.io/bl3m.jpeg

I was just looking wondering what would happen ibrahim next.

This is the best one yet.

[Dreadlocks]

I think we're the weakest of the field anyway so it regardless of who we play, we'll be in tough.

Also keep in mind that even though the Mexican teams will be in mid season form, there is a good/higher possibility of them missing players due to injury and/or schedule congestion. I'm hoping that if we play one of them they will overlook us and rest some regulars that may be carrying knocks. (fingers crossed!)

[Carefree]

Is it noon yet?

[VoxPopuliCosmicum]

I think in a perfect world we want to get either Santos Laguna or the Galaxy with our potential semi-final match-up being versus the winner of 1 of the 2 afromentioned teams and the El Salvadorian club Isidro Metapan...although I wonder if Seattle is unable to keep Morales and Keller retires, would they be a team we would want to face in the semi's (should they make it)

Is that a joke about _Wowzb's avatar?

[prizby]

Bring On The Galaxy!!!

[Waggy]

We Got The Galaxy! Yaaaaaaaaaa Buddy!

[__wowza]

I was just looking wondering what would happen ibrahim next.

This is the best one yet.

it was either that or this.

http://i.imm.io/bl6R.jpeg

im afraid people would take it the wrong way though :\

[PopePouri]

If they go Skydome, it'll be full.

[__wowza]

whered everyone hear we got galaxy? i cant get twitter at my work.. :(

[jasper]

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2011/11/tfc-draws-los-angeles-ccl-quarters

[tfcleeds]

it was either that or this.

http://i.imm.io/bl6R.jpeg

im afraid people would take it the wrong way though :\

LOLOLOL!

[Suds]

I think TFC. Is happy to get the Galaxy. Better from a marketing perspective (although I believe Becks contract is done by then)

[Whoop]

MLSE just creamed themselves especially if Beckham makes it.

[Whoop]

And if LA wins the MLS Cup too.

[mowe]

Awesome, I really wanted LA. No Beckham, but who cares?

Let's go TFC!

[ManUtd4ever]

Bring On The Galaxy!!!

Sweet!

[tfcleeds]

Beckham or not, Robbie Keane comes to BMO! That is what is really important.

[Gallade]

awesome! i think there's a pretty decent chance Beckham's back with the Galaxy, but regardless they're the easiest draw we could get thanks to both teams being in offseason form.

50k in skydome plz

[ManUtd4ever]

guys, stop fighting.

here's a picture of fuad ibrahim frozen in carbonite:

http://i.imm.io/bl3m.jpeg

I just spit some of my coffee out on my desk.

:lol:

[TFC/Everton]

A world class opponent for the biggest game in the clubs history!!!!

:flare::drum::scarf::hurray:

TFC!!!

[Ossington Mental Youth]

If they go Skydome, it'll be full.

not sure i believe that quite yet, if they drop the prices yes, but take a look at how the other CCL games went
especially with no guarantee of beckham being back next year

[werewolf]

-QdDXZ82_Zw

[Fort York Redcoat]

Ok now that we know it's going to be vs LA:rolleyes: I'm hoping this city can prove me wrong in thinking they need Becks to sellout Skydome. Hell, I'm not convinced of a an attended sellout at BMO....

[Oldtimer]

Guaranteed they'll book the dome now.

They'll only sell out if they do cheap tix like Montreal did.

[ouderwien]

Luke Wileman on twitter says:

CCL Draw,

Santos vs. Seattle
Pumas vs. Metapan

La Galaxy vs. TFC
Monterrey vs. Morelia

if that is how the brackets are setup, that places two Mexican teams in our semi-final bracket.

[Razor]

Robbie Keane!!

Can't wait for this match to happen.

[Gallade]

not sure i believe that quite yet, if they drop the prices yes, but take a look at how the other CCL games went
especially with no guarantee of beckham being back next year

i think they can transfer the existing pricing structure over to the 100s/200s with proper marketing for the game; it's the 500s that need to be really cheap. $10 at most.

[TFCin110]

Please re-sign Becks, please re-sign. I could give a toss about either of those Mexican sides. Hopefully Becks will extend his stay.

[Fort York Redcoat]

Guaranteed they'll book the dome now.

They'll only sell out if they do cheap tix like Montreal did.

I thought there was scheduling conflicts but whatever, I just don't want it half empty.

Next, once it is announced to be played at shydome, where will we sit? Mimic 112? Seriously I'm not just going to sit anywhere. We best be on this.

[Fort York Redcoat]

Please re-sign Becks, please re-sign. I could give a toss about either of those Mexican sides. Hopefully Becks will extend his stay.

For the crowd? You want more people to go to the game? That's really supportive of your local football!! Well Said!!

[Fort York Redcoat]

Luke Wileman on twitter says:

CCL Draw,

Santos vs. Seattle
Pumas vs. Metapan

La Galaxy vs. TFC
Monterrey vs. Morelia

if that is how the brackets are setup, that places two Mexican teams in our semi-final bracket.

Awesome. So we could still face Monterrey later.

[Shakes McQueen]

Robbie Keane, Beckham, and potentially the MLS Cup winners. No doubt they get the SkyDome now. It'll be interesting to see if they think they can gouge the fans for top dollar at the same time.

- Scott

[jabbronies]

Fuck Becks...I hope he's gone. Better chance for us to move on.

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

hell.... beat the galaxy...and get a birth in the semi-finals of the CCL....we can take these fuks...!!!

[Ossington Mental Youth]

i think they can transfer the existing pricing structure over to the 100s/200s with proper marketing for the game; it's the 500s that need to be really cheap. $10 at most.

not if they wanna fill the skydome, theyve had 12k at most at the ccl games

[Ossington Mental Youth]

Robbie Keane, Beckham, and potentially the MLS Cup winners. No doubt they get the SkyDome now. It'll be interesting to see if they think they can gouge the fans for top dollar at the same time.

- Scott

ill be shocked if this doesnt happen.
Theyll market it late, market it poorly and charge too much.
Bet its dead as hell in there.
Hope im very much wrong.

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

Fuck Becks...I hope he's gone. Better chance for us to move on.

Im sure they have a plan B to bring in another....DP is he leaves...when does the roster have to put in to CC

[Flint]

Fuck Becks, Fuck Keane, Fuck Donovan, Fuck LA.

As of now this team is my biggest enemy until we bury their asses sometime in March.

Fuck we shouldn't be excited about seeing their players we should be excited about seeing OUR team kick some LA shit.

[Fort York Redcoat]

Robbie Keane, Beckham, and potentially the MLS Cup winners. No doubt they get the SkyDome now. It'll be interesting to see if they think they can gouge the fans for top dollar at the same time.

- Scott

Ugh and this is my problem. Not a mention that they are already proven to be the best team in the regular season but we'll have to wait and see if LA wins the post season so they can market the MLS Cup winners to a public that would barely watch it.:mad:

Again, the important thing is that a record number of people show up and maybe start to care more about the game/tournament/league.

[eustacchio]

I would be amazed if they exceed BMO's capacity at the SkyDome...pleasantly, don't get me wrong.

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

now that we just had the biggest viewing party.....I guess this will be the biggest..;)

[ManUtd4ever]

Robbie Keane, Beckham, and potentially the MLS Cup winners. No doubt they get the SkyDome now. It'll be interesting to see if they think they can gouge the fans for top dollar at the same time.

- Scott

I sincerely hope not. MLSE has a rare opportunity to gain unprecedented publicity for TFC within the regional sporting landscape. I hope they seize the moment.

[trane]

We Have To Beat These Fucks.

[eustacchio]

Robbie Keane, Beckham, and potentially the MLS Cup winners. No doubt they get the SkyDome now. It'll be interesting to see if they think they can gouge the fans for top dollar at the same time.

- Scott

Is there ever a time when they don't think this?

[trane]

Robbie Keane, Beckham, and potentially the MLS Cup winners. No doubt they get the SkyDome now. It'll be interesting to see if they think they can gouge the fans for top dollar at the same time.

- Scott

I hope they are not so short sighted. If they can fill the stadium it would be a huge step forward for the game, even if it is at 20-30 bucks for the average ticket.

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

I would be amazed if they exceed BMO's capacity at the SkyDome...pleasantly, don't get me wrong.


I dont think there has been any doubt that we would exceed BMO's capacity.... if we cant do that with the importance of this game....we never will!

Im confident to set the min # at 30000...any thing after that mlse will have to work there magic and do this right way....if they do..no reason why they cant hit 40000

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

We Have To Beat These Fucks.


yes we do

[Fort York Redcoat]

So here's the seating plan from last year. Was anyone in the SE corner and what was the view like?

http://www.rogerscentre.com/seatmaps/2010_July16_soccer_seating.pdf

115,116,117 are closer to the pitch but 118-120 are prolly a better view...

[Canary10]

Wonder when a formal annoucement on the location and tickets will be announced?

[Dreadlocks]

Here's hoping no Beckham (out of contract I hope) and no Donovan (on loan to an EPL team like usual).

[eustacchio]

I dont think there has been any doubt that we would exceed BMO's capacity.... if we cant do that with the importance of this game....we never will!

Im confident to set the min # at 30000...any thing after that mlse will have to work there magic and do this right way....if they do..no reason why they cant hit 40000

I certainly hope you're right, but not everybody thinks that the CCL is important as we do nor do they necessarily know that it's even taking place.

I'll do my part to spread the word though.

[Yohan]

875,000 bucks in revenue for 35000 at avg 25bucks a ticket. plus ad, merchandising and beer and food sales. (i realize there is a lot of costs involved)

now, does MLSE wants to create something to remember, or max cash cow?

[Yohan]

Here's hoping no Beckham (out of contract I hope) and no Donovan (on loan to an EPL team like usual).
Moyes is hinting getting Donovan for Jan loan already

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

So here's the seating plan from last year. Was anyone in the SE corner and what was the view like?

http://www.rogerscentre.com/seatmaps/2010_July16_soccer_seating.pdf

115,116,117 are closer to the pitch but 118-120 are prolly a better view...


im sure the supporter section will be directly behind one of the nets...and the view is not bad at all as you are raised from the pitch...its farther from the pitch from what we are used to...but it is what it is!

[LittleOzzy]

The LA Galaxy will face Toronto FC in one home-and-home quarterfinal series, with the winner taking on the team that emerges from the quarterfinal matchup between the Seattle Sounders and Santos Laguna. It gives a 75 percent chance for an MLS side to qualify for the finals.Looks like we face the winner of Seattle/Santos Laguna if we move on.

[rocker]

the wheels on the bus go round and round, round and round, round and round, the wheels on the bus go round and round, Landon is a CUNT!

where's that video on youtube??

[ArmenJBX]

YES!

Los Angeles Road Trip anyone? :D

[ouderwien]

I am going to be leaving for LA after the first leg, so I may be able to catch both games. I'll meet you in LA! @Armen.

[ag futbol]

I would be amazed if they exceed BMO's capacity at the SkyDome...pleasantly, don't get me wrong.
I am with you on this. Don't get me wrong, I hope ticket sales go well but everything I've seen recently points to soft demand.

Mtl in the big-O was right-place, right-time. TFC in skydome just doesn't have the same momentum behind it IMO.

[Parkdale]

now, does MLSE wants to create something to remember, or max cash cow?


why are we still asking this question? It's going to be the cow.


however..... the AWESOME thing to do would be to charge whatever king's ransom they usually charge for the primo seats, but open the ENTIRE upper level for a $10 charge.

If the stadium isn't FULL it's going to be because of pricing, not because of interest.

[Shway]

^very true
but mlse has been doing to many positive things to turn around and NOT make something special out of this
this is going to be a massive game!!!!!!

[Yohan]

I am with you on this. Don't get me wrong, I hope ticket sales go well but everything I've seen recently points to soft demand.

Mtl in the big-O was right-place, right-time. TFC in skydome just doesn't have the same momentum behind it IMO.
there is 4 months to build hype

[ouderwien]

i think they can transfer the existing pricing structure over to the 100s/200s with proper marketing for the game; it's the 500s that need to be really cheap. $10 at most.


why are we still asking this question? It's going to be the cow.


however..... the AWESOME thing to do would be to charge whatever king's ransom they usually charge for the primo seats, but open the ENTIRE upper level for a $10 charge.

If the stadium isn't FULL it's going to be because of pricing, not because of interest.

I think this is what FO should do. Offer all SSH's free tickets and try to seat them in similar seats. Create a united supporter section on one end. Model the pricing of the lower bowl off of BMO for the extra seats leftover. Then the upper bowl is extra and excess. Charge $10. Most people won't be coming to this game because they are knowledgeable in CCL, they will come because of the price.

So then all three pricing plans please everybody SSH, FO and casual fans.

What a pipe dreaammmm......

[MartinUtd]

A world class opponent for the biggest game in the clubs history!!!!

:flare::drum::scarf::hurray:

TFC!!!


It has to be said: LA is not a world class opponent.

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

8zCht8wk9fQ

I say the RPB members arrive in style once again!!!! DOUBLE DECKER BUSSES anyone?? :)

LEAVE SHOELESS drop off at ROGERS!! :)

[Stouffville_RPB]

Fuck Becks, Fuck Keane, Fuck Donovan, Fuck LA.

As of now this team is my biggest enemy until we bury their asses sometime in March.

Fuck we shouldn't be excited about seeing their players we should be excited about seeing OUR team kick some LA shit.

RIGHT ON!!!!!!!


We get to see Chad "can't hit the net" Barrett do his thing with DK burying 3 in early March!

[Ossington Mental Youth]

there is 4 months to build hype

never proved to me that they were capable before
once again, id be happy to be proven wrong

[__wowza]

8zCht8wk9fQ

I say the RPB members arrive in style once again!!!! DOUBLE DECKER BUSSES anyone?? :)

LEAVE SHOELESS drop off at ROGERS!! :)

we have to go fucking HUGE here.
any chance we can get the SGs to sit down with MLSE to discuss how things would idealy play out if we're in skydome?

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

one thing for sure...there is a ton of banner space....behind the goals...:)

[Fort York Redcoat]

why are we still asking this question? It's going to be the cow.


however..... the AWESOME thing to do would be to charge whatever king's ransom they usually charge for the primo seats, but open the ENTIRE upper level for a $10 charge.

If the stadium isn't FULL it's going to be because of pricing, not because of interest.

It will the night...the night of the cow...

UyOKubW6JZU

[Redcoe15]

Since our side has drawn the Galaxy, I say the match should be played at the SkyDome (Rogers Centre, fuck the rebranding). That'll be sweet.

So when's Techno gonna come in and jizz his pants over getting to see Robbie Keane in March? :D

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

if there is any team in MLS we play well against its these fuks!

2007
Toronto 0-0 Los Angeles
Los Angeles 2-1 Toronto

2008
Los Angeles 2-3 Toronto
Toronto 2-0 Los Angeles

2009
Toronto 1-2 Los Angeles
Los Angeles 2-0 Toronto

2010
Los Angeles 0-0 Toronto
Toronto 0-0 Los Angeles

2011
Toronto 0-0 Los Angeles
Los Angeles 2-2 Toronto

[Brooker]

Let's hope they market the hell out of it like they did when........

err.... Well, what better time to start?

[Parkdale]

does anyone else remember when the Raps did a FREE game at Skydome? (yes it was still the skydome back then). The ACC wasn't built yet, and the Raps were playing in cavernously (empty) dome. Granted it was mostly teens and kids with nothing better to do... BUT it was impressive.

[Couchy81]

does anyone else remember when the Raps did a FREE game at Skydome? (yes it was still the skydome back then). The ACC wasn't built yet, and the Raps were playing in cavernously (empty) dome. Granted it was mostly teens and kids with nothing better to do... BUT it was impressive.

I remember watching Michael Jordan and the Bulls from the top of the 500s.. Couldn't see shit, but it was awesome being there.

[menefreghista]

does anyone else remember when the Raps did a FREE game at Skydome? (yes it was still the skydome back then). The ACC wasn't built yet, and the Raps were playing in cavernously (empty) dome. Granted it was mostly teens and kids with nothing better to do... BUT it was impressive.

I went to that.

It was for a pre-season game.

Mind you I think that was pre-MLSE ownership.

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I do think MLSE should consider giving this game for 'free' to season ticket holders.

[Ossington Mental Youth]

I do think MLSE should consider giving this game for 'free' to season ticket holders.

id like that too but i feel like the chances of that happening are even less than MLSE making all tickets cheaper

[117]

The winner of our tie gets the winner of the Santos or Seattle.

http://www.concacaf.com/page/CL/NewsDetail/0,,12813~2510266,00.html

[Carefree]

Booking some vacation time for mid-March and heading to California.

[GuelphStorm2007]

Well it is L.A. now it is time for the hype to begin we should be going to ML$E front office and urging them to have normal ticket prices and hype the event as soon as possible similiar to what Montreal did a few years ago. Then believe me we can get at least 40000 at Rogers hopefully the Leafs are not playing that nite

[Red CB Toronto]

We will all have to wait to see actually how MLSE prices this CCL quarter final match against the Galaxy. The lower level capacity (100-200) of the Rogers Centre for CFL games comes in at 31, 600. The 500 level is 52, 595, so that would let them really push about 20,000 tickets cheap while still having a price structure of some sort for the lower levels.

[__wowza]

Well it is L.A. now it is time for the hype to begin we should be going to ML$E front office and urging them to have normal ticket prices and hype the event as soon as possible similiar to what Montreal did a few years ago.

this is what im saying. we're a selling point for them as much as the team or the MLSE promotional machine are, if we get something rolling with the other SGs we really have a chance to have the seating done right. also:

Tue, 6 Mar 2012
Bruins v Maple Leafs
7:00 PM

Wed, 7 Mar 2012
Maple Leafs v Penguins
7:30 PM

this seems like their best chance to get interest in the team going again. im hoping they dont fuck it up.

[Redpunkfiddle]

The winner of our tie gets the winner of the Santos or Seattle.

http://www.concacaf.com/page/CL/NewsDetail/0,,12813~2510266,00.html

Note also that if we are in the semis and finals then we host the second legs.

Now how about that for a discussion- do we go back to BMO for those matches? No jinx. The semis? probably. The final? Hmm...

[Redpunkfiddle]

Ok now that we know it's going to be vs LA:rolleyes: I'm hoping this city can prove me wrong in thinking they need Becks to sellout Skydome. Hell, I'm not convinced of a an attended sellout at BMO....

Sorry dude. I was pulling for ya.

Look at it this way, it might have been the Colorado Rapids.

[mastermixer]

Can someone please convince me how this game will be a sellout in the SkyDome? I don't think we have had one game outside of the season seat ticket games sell out at BMO, and we have had a few significant games the past couple of years. The reason that most MLS games sell out is because people just almost blindly commit to those games at the beginning of the year automatically and just attend or give them to other people.
I want to believe there is enough fan interest in TFC at this point to sell out the dome but TV ratings and extracurricular games in the past give me doubts.
Unless they price it SIGNIFICANTLY cheaper than BMO it will backfire I'm sure.

[Shakes McQueen]

Can someone please convince me how this game will be a sellout in the SkyDome? I don't think we have had one game outside of the season seat ticket games sell out at BMO, and we have had a few significant games the past couple of years. The reason that most MLS games sell out is because people just almost blindly commit to those games at the beginning of the year automatically and just attend or give them to other people.
I want to believe there is enough fan interest in TFC at this point to sell out the dome but unless they price it SIGNIFICANTLY cheaper than BMO it will backfire I'm sure.

- Cheaper tickets due to increased volume of seating (this better be true)
- Months of advance advertising during a period when the team has nothing else going on.
- Known MLS names. Especially if Beckham re-signs.

To name a few.

- Scott

[mastermixer]

^Cheaper tickets are a must. But they also have to convince non-supporters that this game is big. In previous big games, MLSE has failed to do this. They got really lucky drawing LA or else it would have been that much harder to sell this game.

[Ossington Mental Youth]

Well it is L.A. now it is time for the hype to begin we should be going to ML$E front office and urging them to have normal ticket prices and hype the event as soon as possible similiar to what Montreal did a few years ago. Then believe me we can get at least 40000 at Rogers hopefully the Leafs are not playing that nite

normal ticket prices are not going to be enough, they will have to underprice them to get that many people to the game, thats how montreal did it

[Ossington Mental Youth]

- Cheaper tickets due to increased volume of seating (this better be true)
- Months of advance advertising during a period when the team has nothing else going on.
- Known MLS names. Especially if Beckham re-signs.

To name a few.

- Scott

unfortunately all big IFs at the moment, MLSE hasnt been quite so astute when dealing with relatively similar situations in the past

[mastermixer]

I would love to be a fly on the wall in the boardroom with the TFC staff trying to figure out how to plan this. Not only does this game mean something it potentially re-ignites the fan base of team.

[Ossington Mental Youth]

FTR im not usually all about MLSE bashing (feel free to go through my posts) but i have my serious doubts about us filling the skydome (especially if it involves tickets at great discounts which i think is the only way they will fill it) as we havent been able to fill any other CCL games this season (let alone any other weve participated in)

[Mark TFC]

Beat LA!

[tfcleeds]

Since our side has drawn the Galaxy, I say the match should be played at the SkyDome (Rogers Centre, fuck the rebranding). That'll be sweet.

So when's Techno gonna come in and jizz his pants over getting to see Robbie Keane in March? :D

Go to the Liverpool thread...;)

[Shakes McQueen]

The game may not be a total sell-out, but if they proceed properly, I think they can fill out the Dome nicely.

This isn't just another CCL game against some unknown Central American team. The Galaxy are one of the few teams in MLS with some brand recognition (mostly due to Becks). And this isn't a group stage match - it's a quarter final match.

Many footy fans in the GTA will likely flock to a cheap opportunity to see guys like Beckham and Keane play. Toronto casual sports glory hunters will come out because they want to be a part of a Toronto team's possible success (part of the mentality that made this team a local "destination" for the first couple of years).

Maybe all of this doesn't add up to the 55,000+ seats in the SkyDome, but it should be a more than respectable number if they do it right.

- Scott

[Ossington Mental Youth]

IF they do it right sure.
If being the issue.
Not to continue being the debbie downer/devils advocate but Beckham being at LA isnt a lock quite yet

[tfcleeds]

Maybe all of this doesn't add up to the 55,000+ seats in the SkyDome, but it should be a more than respectable number if they do it right.

- Scott

Agreed. I highly doubt they will sell it out, but even 35-40K would be an awesome turnout.

[rocker]

The Bruce likes the draw.

http://www.mlssoccer.com/ccl/news/article/2011/11/08/galaxys-arena-happy-ccl-draw-against-reds

[Roogsy]

Surely MLSE/TFC can't fuck THIS one up can they?

Golden opportunity. They could not have asked for a better Christmas gift. If they muck this one up, they should all be strung up by their testes.

These guys are constantly getting their asses saved out of the fire. Hopefully they start capitalizing on this shit instead of fumbling through the season like a bunch of amateurs.

[Yohan]

Surely MLSE/TFC can't fuck THIS one up can they?

Golden opportunity. They could not have asked for a better Christmas gift. If they muck this one up, they should all be strung up by their testes.

These guys are constantly getting their asses saved out of the fire. Hopefully they start capitalizing on this shit instead of fumbling through the season like a bunch of amateurs.
it all depends on whether TFC FO is hanging on to that illusion that success is just a few wins away, and they can afford to try to milk this for all its worth.

let's see if the season ticket sales are so low, that they finally wake up

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

The Bruce likes the draw.

http://www.mlssoccer.com/ccl/news/article/2011/11/08/galaxys-arena-happy-ccl-draw-against-reds

and so do we....GAME Foooooooking ON!!

[Oldtimer]

Surely MLSE/TFC can't fuck THIS one up can they?



Only ML$E could possibly ruin this opportunity, but even they aren't that stupid. Or maybe they are. :facepalm:





Golden opportunity. They could not have asked for a better Christmas gift. If they muck this one up, they should all be strung up by their testes.


Agreed 100%



These guys are constantly getting their asses saved out of the fire. Hopefully they start capitalizing on this shit instead of fumbling through the season like a bunch of amateurs.

True dat. It's truly amazing.

[habstfc]

I don't think Beckham will be back, especially if the Galaxy win the mls cup, which they probably will. He's always maintained he came to L.A. to win a championship so if they win I think he's back to europe to finish out his career. Donovan might not be back either, he too might go back and play in europe at least until the european season is over. I think 35,000 is the over/under on this game if I was going to bet. If the tickets are reasonably priced it shouldn't be a problem to get that number even if beckham isn't playing.

[Canary10]

It would be great if SSH got something out if this. Like a buy 2 seats get 2 free kind if thing. I could easily get 15 people out to the game.

[ag futbol]

there is 4 months to build hype
Well ... I hope it works but I don't think any singular promotion effort will be enough if the underlying conditions aren't there.

I know too many marginal TFC people - the types MLSE need to get a good number at that stadium - who have this team set to off right now. After four years of Mo it was very hard to come away feeling good about the product. We've all been built up before only to get slapped in the face (end of 2009, Mtl @ home CDN championship 08). It's going to take real run of success to get people back.. AW just isn't that far along as of yet and one trip to the quarter finals in concacaf CCL is not the point I see people coming back and saying "this if for real now, I'm not being taken for a sucker" especially against a backdrop of mixed results in league play.

Again, here's to hoping I eat my hat on this one but gut feeling says I doubt it.

[Section 117]

Guys the decision where to play this game has been decided even before this draw. I was told that decision was made last week

They are finalizing a few details and an announcement should be made soon (a week or so) from what I have been told

[AL-MO]

Good draw for TFC. I am so stoked for these two games in March.

[AL-MO]

Guys the decision where to play this game has been decided even before this draw. I was told that decision was made last week

They are finalizing a few details and an announcement should be made soon (a week or so) from what I have been told

Wherever they play I hope there is a plan for grouping SG's and other like minded supporters together.

[Detroit_TFC]

Such an opportunity for the FO, if they do things right and really bust their ass to build this. They have an opportunity to create a level of buzz about the team it hasn't had in 3 years. A big crowd (and hopefully a win) in the first leg would create a lot of momentum feeding directly into the start of the season a couple weeks later. That's money.

They can make this into a Big Event. But it will take more than $20 tickets. They will need to market this, work the phones and get all in.

[sidvan]

from twitter

Paulbeirne Paul Beirne
TFC will be playing at BMO later in March.
1 minute ago Favorite Undo Retweet Reply

[FIAF]

from twitter

Paulbeirne Paul Beirne
TFC will be playing at BMO later in March.
1 minute ago Favorite Undo Retweet Reply

.No.

[denime]

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Paulbeirne (http://twitter.com/#%21/Paulbeirne) Paul Beirne



If we play at the 'Dome it will have to be on grass. At that time of year it will have to come from the Carolinas or FLA.

19 minutes ago (http://twitter.com/#%21/Paulbeirne/status/134091470134198272)

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Paulbeirne (http://twitter.com/#%21/Paulbeirne) Paul Beirne



TFC will be playing at BMO later in March.

23 minutes ago (http://twitter.com/#%21/Paulbeirne/status/134090652714663936)



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Paulbeirne (http://twitter.com/#%21/Paulbeirne) Paul Beirne



Well put RT @Gingertfc (http://twitter.com/#%21/Gingertfc): @Paulbeirne (http://twitter.com/#%21/Paulbeirne) bmo quite simply its are home. We don't want the argos at bmo let's stay outta rogers center #TFCLAGCCL (http://twitter.com/#%21/search?q=%23TFCLAGCCL)

30 minutes ago (http://twitter.com/#%21/Paulbeirne/status/134088936069935104)

[Ossington Mental Youth]

no probs with that.
theyll have an easier time filling BMO than they will Skydome.
Not to mention if they dont fill BMO it wont feel so empty

[menefreghista]

from twitter

Paulbeirne Paul Beirne
TFC will be playing at BMO later in March.
1 minute ago Favorite Undo Retweet Reply

That doesn't really say anything.

In fact I would say its misleading as TFC could be playing an MLS home game in late March, just like it did this past season.

Edit: Unless TFC has lobbied CONCACAF to move the match date?

[TFCin110]

For the crowd? You want more people to go to the game? That's really supportive of your local football!! Well Said!!

Huh? I could give a toss about the crowd and have no clue how local football entered in this. I'm a United supporter and want to see a red legend. I've never understood the hate on people have about great footballers coming to play here. Yes they are opponents but you can still have respect for them and want to see them play whilst still supporting TFC.

[TorCanSoc]

Its all about the crowd no? Itching to see how it all plays out if its at Skydome.

[TFCin110]

If, as Paul Beirne says, the game will be on grass at the dome, then for me its a no brainer. The dome!

[denime]

If, as Paul Beirne says, the game will be on grass at the dome, then for me its a no brainer. The dome!

But that exactly is the problem,to bring grass from Florida is more expensive than to fix plumbing at BMO.
For RM game few year back to get grass from Ontario bill was $250 K,from Carolina or FLA probably double that price and that's why game at BMO makes more sense for ML$E.

[Ossington Mental Youth]

But that exactly is the problem,to bring grass from Florida is more expensive than to fix plumbing at BMO.
For RM game few year back to get grass from Ontario bill was $250 K,from Carolina or FLA probably double that price and that's why game at BMO makes more sense for ML$E.

Coupled with the fact it'd be hard to fill up the skydome

[ManUtd4ever]

Installing a temporary grass surface at the Rogers Center might actually be a cost efficient alternative for MLSE as opposed to spending $100,000 to deal with plumbing issues that were encountered at BMO Field for the home opener earlier this year. The added revenue that could be generated from the additional seating at Rogers Center should easily offset the cost of importing a grass surface.

[habstfc]

The fact is that weather in early march in toronto is still very cold. There are too many cons on taking a chance of playing the game at bmo on those dates. If the game is at bmo they would be lucky to get 6 or 7,000 people there. I'll be wherever the game is played but most people won't freeze their asses off for a non SSH game, that's a fact.

[spe18]

Installing a temporary grass surface at the Rogers Center might actually be a cost efficient alternative for MLSE as opposed to spending $100,000 to deal with plumbing issues that were encountered at BMO Field for the home opener earlier this year. The added revenue that could be generated from the additional seating at Rogers Center should easily offset the cost of importing a grass surface.

Keep in mind though that the MLS season is scheduled to start later that week, and if the Rogers Centre is unavail (as it is booked for the following week), then BMO field will have to be used regardless (that is if TFC is at home for the opening game).

[Auzzy]

Check Paul Beirne's full Twitter feed: he hasn't said anything definite. He's just giving some info about both sides of the story, and asking people for their input.

[TFCREDNWHITE]

My inside info tells me they are hammering out details for Skydome to happen.

[Fort York Redcoat]

Huh? I could give a toss about the crowd and have no clue how local football entered in this. I'm a United supporter and want to see a red legend. I've never understood the hate on people have about great footballers coming to play here. Yes they are opponents but you can still have respect for them and want to see them play whilst still supporting TFC.

Huh? Hate is a strong word, mate. I like the fact we can meet great footballers in competition. It makes the local league stronger. As does a big crowd.

This league still needs to grow and that's why we welcome fans for whatever reason they will be at this game. Hopefully one day the game alone will be reason enough, though.

[prizby]

Huh? I could give a toss about the crowd and have no clue how local football entered in this. I'm a United supporter and want to see a red legend. I've never understood the hate on people have about great footballers coming to play here. Yes they are opponents but you can still have respect for them and want to see them play whilst still supporting TFC.

who the fuck is david beckham? as the home crowd, its our job to make him and his teammates feel as uncomfortable as possible (without losing our own dignity). I am not going to game to cheer on a 'red legend', I am going to the game to cheer on MY reds, and if it means making a 'red legend' feel uncomfortable on the road, i have got no problem with it

[prizby]

IF we were to make it to the final, the 2nd leg would be in Toronto!

[Yohan]

IF we were to make it to the final, the 2nd leg would be in Toronto!
how do you figure?

[FIAF]

Huh? I could give a toss about the crowd and have no clue how local football entered in this. I'm a United supporter and want to see a red legend. I've never understood the hate on people have about great footballers coming to play here. Yes they are opponents but you can still have respect for them and want to see them play whilst still supporting TFC.

David Beckham? Couldn't care less...

[jasper]

how do you figure?

http://www.mlssoccer.com/ccl/news/article/2011/11/08/ccl-quarters-draw-pits-la-vs-toronto-seattle-vs-santos

"Should an MLS team advance to the final, it would host the second leg of the Champions League finals between April 24 and April 26."

[Yohan]

http://www.mlssoccer.com/ccl/news/article/2011/11/08/ccl-quarters-draw-pits-la-vs-toronto-seattle-vs-santos

"Should an MLS team advance to the final, it would host the second leg of the Champions League finals between April 24 and April 26."
holy shit that'd be so amazing

[Flint]

who the fuck is david beckham? as the home crowd, its our job to make him and his teammates feel as uncomfortable as possible (without losing our own dignity). I am not going to game to cheer on a 'red legend', I am going to the game to cheer on MY reds, and if it means making a 'red legend' feel uncomfortable on the road, i have got no problem with it

+ fucking 1!!

[Waggy]

http://www.mlssoccer.com/ccl/news/article/2011/11/08/ccl-quarters-draw-pits-la-vs-toronto-seattle-vs-santos

"Should an MLS team advance to the final, it would host the second leg of the Champions League finals between April 24 and April 26."

Jays are on the road from April 20th-27th. Just saying.

[trane]

I am reading the negative comments about TFC, and I am getting excited. We need to make so much fucking noise on that day, pink streamers for ladycakes is a must. Lets bomb the corners like the old days. FUCK LA. FUCK BECKS. FUCK LADYCAKES. FUCK OWEN.

On Nov 7 they all became the enemy, enough of this fan boy shit. We need to destroy them on and off the pitch. (non-violent like) FORZA TFC.

[Stouffville_RPB]

I am reading the negative comments about TFC, and I am getting excited. We need to make so much fucking noise on that day, pink streamers for ladycakes is a must. Lets bomb the corners like the old days. FUCK LA. FUCK BECKS. FUCK LADYCAKES. FUCK OWEN.

On Nov 7 they all became the enemy, enough of this fan boy shit. We need to destroy them on and off the pitch. (non-violent like) FORZA TFC.

:drum::drum::drum::scarf::scarf::scarf::drum::drum ::drum::scarf::scarf::scarf::drum::drum::drum:

[trane]

^ I agree with that.

[TFCin110]

who the fuck is david beckham? as the home crowd, its our job to make him and his teammates feel as uncomfortable as possible (without losing our own dignity). I am not going to game to cheer on a 'red legend', I am going to the game to cheer on MY reds, and if it means making a 'red legend' feel uncomfortable on the road, i have got no problem with it

And that's fine, i'm a TFC fan too. But long before TFC was even a thought I supported (and still support) another club at which Beckham was a standout. I will hands down be supporting TFC but am also happy at the prospect of possibly being able to see a player I grew up supporting. I don't understand why people on here jump all over that. It's the same thing as the "stand and sing or your not a true supporter" mentality. I had reconstructive surgery on both knees from playing football and can't stand for 90 minutes....does that make me any less of a supporter? No.

Anyway, hopefully TFC can pull this one out of the fire. As far as the BMO v Skydome debate. I think IF they can fill more seats that will off set the cost of bringing grass in from the Carolina's. I think it makes more sense to do this rather than retro fit BMO plumbing because how often will be playing this early every year? It's not a certainty. But then again, it depends on the cost to retro fit.

[Pookie]

I am reading the negative comments about TFC, and I am getting excited. We need to make so much fucking noise on that day, pink streamers for ladycakes is a must.

Streamers eh?

Not allowed for MLS games but this isn't an MLS game... :ihih:

Practically speaking, if one were to be seated near corners and the game was at Rogers, would one be close enough to it in order to uh, observe, any streamers being showered at the appropriate moment?

[Fort York Redcoat]

115,116,117 If one were so inclined..

[trane]

^ Interesting.


I would love to see us bring that first year fervor to this game.

[Brooker]

And that's fine, i'm a TFC fan too. But long before TFC was even a thought I supported (and still support) another club at which Beckham was a standout. I will hands down be supporting TFC but am also happy at the prospect of possibly being able to see a player I grew up supporting. I don't understand why people on here jump all over that. It's the same thing as the "stand and sing or your not a true supporter" mentality. I had reconstructive surgery on both knees from playing football and can't stand for 90 minutes....does that make me any less of a supporter? No.


I think they don't like your attitude because if you get your wish and you get to see David Beckham play us, our chances of beating them aren't as good.

I mean it's understandable that you'd like to see one of your favorites play, but proudly proclaiming it on a supporters board about our biggest game of all time? maybe not the best idea.

[MartinUtd]

If the guy wasn't called "Number 1 Reds Fan" and the glaring irony was not present, then it probably would have gone by the wayside.

[__wowza]

who the fuck is david beckham? as the home crowd, its our job to make him and his teammates feel as uncomfortable as possible (without losing our own dignity). I am not going to game to cheer on a 'red legend', I am going to the game to cheer on MY reds, and if it means making a 'red legend' feel uncomfortable on the road, i have got no problem with it

^ what he said. i'd love to see robbie keane, as both a spurs and an ireland supporter, i can like him as much as i want outside of the game.. but the second he steps on our pitch he becomes my enemy.

[Fort York Redcoat]

And that's fine, i'm a TFC fan too. But long before TFC was even a thought I supported (and still support) another club at which Beckham was a standout. I will hands down be supporting TFC but am also happy at the prospect of possibly being able to see a player I grew up supporting. I don't understand why people on here jump all over that.

It's the same thing as the "stand and sing or your not a true supporter" mentality. I had reconstructive surgery on both knees from playing football and can't stand for 90 minutes....does that make me any less of a supporter? No.



It's not even close, mate. Opposition is opposition. No "But"s. It's not your fault though that you're a long time Madrid fan (;)) and many others will be going to see Becks for his fame instead of his football.

I'm glad you'll be behind the team on the day.

[FIAF]

http://www.mlssoccer.com/ccl/news/article/2011/11/08/ccl-quarters-draw-pits-la-vs-toronto-seattle-vs-santos

"Should an MLS team advance to the final, it would host the second leg of the Champions League finals between April 24 and April 26."

Why an MLS team? Only 1 actually won their group.