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Red CB Toronto
05-31-2015, 01:55 PM
DERO TESTIMONIAL MATCH
SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2015
3 PM - BMO FIELD
http://www.torontofc.ca/derotestimonial
https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/10308088_750545008377404_4798163659995440685_n.jpg ?oh=30b6d2f236aef830a1cab7f2649e836d&oe=55ED1E49


With the formal announcement of DeRo's retirement yesterday, TFC also revealed that they will be hosting a testimonial match for the Canadian legend on June 20 at 3 pm before the Reds host NYCFC later in the evening.

What at a special afternoon it will be, let's pack the southend one last time for a true TFC hero, who will ever forget that wet rainy evening where he put the team on his back, Montreal Miracle.

Joe Kool
05-31-2015, 02:05 PM
What do they mean by testimonial match? Never heard of that before.

Ossington Mental Youth
05-31-2015, 02:19 PM
usually trot out older players he played with for a full game, never serious, generally fun to wathc. im psyched, i think its a great idea

molenshtain
05-31-2015, 02:22 PM
What do they mean by testimonial match? Never heard of that before.

it'l;l be two sides of his friends in the game, former managers, teammates etc.

it'll be interesting to see who's able to make it, and if there's anyone from those TFC teams he was on that he feels close to.

Mateo1985
05-31-2015, 02:35 PM
Dichio and Brennan could take part in this game hopefully!! That would be amazing to watch!!!

Red CB Toronto
05-31-2015, 02:36 PM
It would be amazing if Landon was able to come for one last runout with his friend and teammate, that would be great to see.

It figure we will see teammates from all places he played, Houston, San Jose, Canada, Toronto etc., will be fun to see.

http://www.cbc.ca/polopoly_fs/1.1521848.1379038547!/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/landon-donovan-derosario.jpg

brad
05-31-2015, 03:16 PM
What do they mean by testimonial match? Never heard of that before.

It's a tradition from England. It started back when players made little money. The player would get the proceeds from the match as a way to build a nest egg (or start to) for retirement.

In the modern game, players with 10 years of service to a club have them, and donate the proceeds to charity.

jimiv
05-31-2015, 03:24 PM
It would be amazing if Landon was able to come for one last runout with his friend and teammate, that would be great to see.

It figure we will see teammates from all places he played, Houston, San Jose, Canada, Toronto etc., will be fun to see.

It probably will be fun to see, and i wouldn't be surprised to see Landon Donovan, Ian Russell, Brian Ching, and Pat Onstad all out for this game.

Red CB Toronto
05-31-2015, 03:28 PM
I think it would be great if we could fundraise some money and make a donation to the DeRo Foundation on behalf of The RPB!!

OgtheDim
05-31-2015, 03:28 PM
It's a tradition from England. .....In the modern game, players with 10 years of service to a club have them, and donate the proceeds to charity.

Only cause some of them got caught not declaring it as income.


***

Should be interesting who shows up on relatively short notice. Means the stadium is open 4 hours before the game too. A lazy get in time.

Red CB Toronto
05-31-2015, 03:31 PM
Paul Salteri, JDG, Jimmy Brennan, etc

Red CB Toronto
05-31-2015, 03:54 PM
Here is the roster from Brian Ching's testimonial match, which DeRo played in. Will give you an idea of who we might see.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Ching#Testimonial_match

Mateo1985
05-31-2015, 04:04 PM
This is great. Does anyone know when they would announce the rosters for the game?

Auzzy
05-31-2015, 04:22 PM
This is great news, looking forward to it!

tfcleeds
05-31-2015, 04:37 PM
Yeah, sounds great! Never been to a testimonial match before, and a great way to show appreciation for DeRo.

anto7
05-31-2015, 09:01 PM
I remember as a kid going to a testimonial for a Doncaater Rovers player (don't recall who it was) and one of my heroes Sir Bobby Charlton played. I remember waiting to get his autograph after the game and he was driving a Corvette which was a very rare sight in the UK.
I know, not really relevant to this game but a fun memory for me lol

Joe Kool
05-31-2015, 10:05 PM
3 PM testimonial match.....7 PM game. That would leave 2 hours in between if the match takes about 2 hours. Not sure I want to kill 2 hrs in the BMO parking lot or the stands if they let people stay. Guess I can walk north to grab a bite or something. I will think about it. Would be cool to see.

tfcleeds
05-31-2015, 10:09 PM
3 PM testimonial match.....7 PM game. That would leave 2 hours in between if the match takes about 2 hours. Not sure I want to kill 2 hrs in the BMO parking lot or the stands if they let people stay. Guess I can walk north to grab a bite or something. I will think about it. Would be cool to see.

$5 beers in the beer garden between games? Yes please!

Red CB Toronto
05-31-2015, 10:19 PM
3 PM testimonial match.....7 PM game. That would leave 2 hours in between if the match takes about 2 hours. Not sure I want to kill 2 hrs in the BMO parking lot or the stands if they let people stay. Guess I can walk north to grab a bite or something. I will think about it. Would be cool to see.

Walk up to Joe's, stay on the patio as mentioned for $5 beers, the time really will fly

flamehawk
05-31-2015, 11:27 PM
Given Dero's continued affiliation with MLSE and how he seems to hang out with Raptors/Blue Jays players, I wonder if we'll see Bautista or Lowry on the pitch. That'd be pretty cool.

C.Ronaldo
06-01-2015, 09:08 AM
it'l;l be two sides of his friends in the game, former managers, teammates etc.

it'll be interesting to see who's able to make it, and if there's anyone from those TFC teams he was on that he feels close to.

would love to see donovan out there


and I know there is little chance of this, but guevera should be there. Robison too, if he wasnt coaching that shit team

Red CB Toronto
06-01-2015, 03:26 PM
This day is going to be huge. It is getting the red carpet treatment by all those involved.

Carts
06-02-2015, 09:51 AM
STEVE NASH!!!

Make it happen...

http://www.sportsvuesoccer.com/images/upload/nash_steve.jpg

Brooker
06-02-2015, 09:54 AM
Joey Melo?

Red CB Toronto
06-02-2015, 10:00 AM
Dam that would be amazing if certain friends of the RPB could make that happen.:hump: Just worth it right there.

Plus would love to see these to lads reconnect.

http://www4.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Thierry+Henry+Dwayne+De+Rosario+DC+United+e95vAeY7 SJRl.jpg


STEVE NASH!!!

Make it happen...

http://www.sportsvuesoccer.com/images/upload/nash_steve.jpg

C.Ronaldo
06-02-2015, 10:55 AM
CHRISTINE SINCLAIR!

that woulda been a really cool peice to add. alas, worldcup

Ultra & Proud
06-02-2015, 11:03 AM
CHRISTINE SINCLAIR!

that woulda been a really cool peice to add. alas, worldcup
Kara Lang could probably do it if her knee is up to snuff.

Red CB Toronto
06-02-2015, 11:10 AM
Kara Lang could probably do it if her knee is up to snuff.n

Kara is very pregnant right now.

OgtheDim
06-02-2015, 11:10 AM
And involved in the WC for TSN.

Oldtimer
06-02-2015, 11:27 AM
I would love to see Rick Titus out there. he would be only be.. let me see, around 46?

He never played with TFC while DeRo was here (he played that one infamous game against Chivas in 2008 where our scout also played), but he played for the Toronto Lynx in 1997 (DeRo was also with the Lynx in 1997).

Red CB Toronto
06-02-2015, 11:38 AM
I would love to see Rick Titus out there. he would be only be.. let me see, around 46?

He never played with TFC while DeRo was here (he played that one infamous game against Chivas in 2008 where our scout also played), but he played for the Toronto Lynx in 1997 (DeRo was also with the Lynx in 1997).

Would be easy for him as he is TFC Academy coach.

Ultra & Proud
06-02-2015, 11:42 AM
Dichio? Bent? Forrest?

Oldtimer
06-02-2015, 12:43 PM
Would be easy for him as he is TFC Academy coach.

Wow, I'm out of date, he was with a different academy before that, but I see he is coaching the under 16's! Yes, that would be a totally easy thing to do.

SuperTCP
06-03-2015, 10:10 PM
Rumors I have heard : Defoe (but I don't believe it), T Henry, Dichio, Nash, Paul Salteri, and another that I don't believe and cannot tell you about for risk of filling the stadium with screaming teen girls.

Huyton
06-03-2015, 11:04 PM
It would be amazing if Landon was able to come for one last runout with his friend and teammate, that would be great to see.

It figure we will see teammates from all places he played, Houston, San Jose, Canada, Toronto etc., will be fun to see.



And Celtic!

Inklink
06-03-2015, 11:11 PM
Rumors I have heard : Defoe (but I don't believe it), T Henry, Dichio, Nash, Paul Salteri, and another that I don't believe and cannot tell you about for risk of filling the stadium with screaming teen girls.

No way!!!! ANDREA LOMBARDO????????????:drum::drum::drum::flare::flar e:

jabbronies
06-03-2015, 11:13 PM
Rohan Ricketts, Rick Titus and Andy Welsh

Red CB Toronto
06-04-2015, 02:28 AM
Rumors I have heard : Defoe (but I don't believe it), T Henry, Dichio, Nash, Paul Salteri, and another that I don't believe and cannot tell you about for risk of filling the stadium with screaming teen girls.

Your secret reveal, I know and bet it would be LD, the best of his modern era. You can take that to the bank.

djcuse
06-04-2015, 03:31 AM
Drizzy for shizzy you would have to think...
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9Se4I-jSSKQ/UDYZom5myFI/AAAAAAAAANk/IH0ZPJPPsNI/s1600/photo-21.JPG

OgtheDim
06-04-2015, 05:43 AM
...and another that I don't believe and cannot tell you about for risk of filling the stadium with screaming teen girls.

One Direction is sooo 2014.

Fort York Redcoat
06-04-2015, 07:38 AM
Rumors I have heard : Defoe (but I don't believe it), T Henry, Dichio, Nash, Paul Salteri, and another that I don't believe and cannot tell you about for risk of filling the stadium with screaming teen girls.


Your secret reveal, I know and bet it would be LD, the best of his modern era. You can take that to the bank.

CB if you think Donavan would fill the stadium with screaming teen girls you're a little late. They aren't teenagers any more.

http://donegalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Donovan-WEB-460x365.jpg

I mean, it's DeRo's party but I hope to hell Landon isn't there. I would boo him and I think booing sucks.

anto7
06-04-2015, 07:46 AM
I heard it will be a forward line of Dero, Mo and Mariner........lethal

Chevy
06-04-2015, 07:50 AM
And Celtic!

Too soon man. Too soon.

ryan
06-04-2015, 09:30 AM
Your secret reveal, I know and bet it would be LD, the best of his modern era. You can take that to the bank.

You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to Red CB Toronto again.

FRANKIE65
06-04-2015, 10:19 AM
Any idea what the seating will be like for this? Regular seats, or, just one section of the stadium...which wouldn't work if 20 000 show up?

Richard
06-04-2015, 10:27 AM
Justin Beiber? LOL

Red CB Toronto
06-04-2015, 10:29 AM
CB if you think Donavan would fill the stadium with screaming teen girls you're a little late. They aren't teenagers any more.

http://donegalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Donovan-WEB-460x365.jpg

I mean, it's DeRo's party but I hope to hell Landon isn't there. I would boo him and I think booing sucks.

It is DeRo's Party, no doubt, would not have it any other way. Have my #14 DERO Jersey and RPB DERO Player of the Year Scarf ready to where for the day. Even though he came back last year which was great, his departure still is thorn in my side, MLSE being silly cost us a hometown MVP in his prime.

Cas87
06-04-2015, 10:34 AM
Any idea what the seating will be like for this? Regular seats, or, just one section of the stadium...which wouldn't work if 20 000 show up?

Probably like the TFCII games being held at BMO.

Your first team ticket gets you access to the game, and you sit in the East or South stands

Red4ever
06-04-2015, 11:10 AM
I hope the beebs comes. Me and the Beebs are on solid terms.

sully
06-04-2015, 11:10 AM
If this game is at 3pm then I hope the main game will start at 5pm. Timing for New York city match shows TBD on TFC website..

FRANKIE65
06-04-2015, 11:23 AM
Probably like the TFCII games being held at BMO.

Your first team ticket gets you access to the game, and you sit in the East or South stands

That's what I'm thinking too, but, like I said...IF 20 000 happen to show, they won't all fit in those sections.

jimiv
06-04-2015, 11:24 AM
Drizzy for shizzy you would have to think...

I could see this, the tour breaks between June 9 -28 for move to Europe. He could put together quite the team.

Red CB Toronto
06-04-2015, 11:26 AM
If this game is at 3pm then I hope the main game will start at 5pm. Timing for New York city match shows TBD on TFC website..

Its 7 pm

FRANKIE65
06-04-2015, 11:28 AM
If this game is at 3pm then I hope the main game will start at 5pm. Timing for New York city match shows TBD on TFC website..

7 PM, still, everywhere I've checked?

Bishop Blaize
06-04-2015, 01:34 PM
I heard it will be a forward line of Dero, Mo and Mariner........lethal

I'd bench Mo and use the more athletic Colin Samuel in his place, at least you know Samuel keeps himself in prime physical condition and will put in a good shift lol

Red CB Toronto
06-04-2015, 03:15 PM
The game will be two 30 minutes halves. Rosters to be posted here: http://www.torontofc.ca/derotestimonial

anto7
06-04-2015, 06:34 PM
I'd bench Mo and use the more athletic Colin Samuel in his place, at least you know Samuel keeps himself in prime physical condition and will put in a good shift lol

Mo would probably stay in the changing room getting pissed with Mariner and Samual would be busy visiting the meat pie vendor

Richard
06-04-2015, 07:46 PM
I would like to see the leader of men Terry Dunfield. :hide:

Auzzy
06-04-2015, 09:35 PM
Maybe we'll finally get to see Paul Dickov play a match at BMO Field... :D

Klinsmann
06-04-2015, 11:08 PM
Maybe we might see DeRo's friend who trialed with him @ Celtic?
http://files.stv.tv/imagebase/87/623x349/87264-dwayne-de-rosario-right-trained-at-celtic-with-fellow-trialist-freddie-ljungberg-on-tuesday.jpg

Rocket Robin
06-04-2015, 11:09 PM
Adrian Serioux has mentioned this match and playing in it on Football Today on GOL TV.

Fort York Redcoat
06-05-2015, 06:34 AM
Adrian Serioux has mentioned this match and playing in it on Football Today on GOL TV.

Makes sense. Played with here in his home town and in Houston in 06. Both from the Scarborough...

BuSaPuNk
06-05-2015, 07:39 AM
Makes sense. Played with here in his home town and in Houston in 06. Both from the Scarborough...

Good to see Serioux play. Wonder if we will see Dichio, Sutton, Salteri, ect.

Ultra & Proud
06-05-2015, 10:00 AM
Adrian Serioux has mentioned this match and playing in it on Football Today on GOL TV.
Serioux jersey in effect then for the 20th!

shwade
06-05-2015, 10:28 AM
It'll probably look like an MLS all star team circa 2006-9.

Red CB Toronto
06-11-2015, 02:00 PM
There will be commemerative DeRo Scarf on sale, with a portion of the proceeds going to his foundation. Donations to the DeRo Foundation will also be accepted at the gates.

Mateo1985
06-11-2015, 02:11 PM
There will be commemerative DeRo Scarf on sale, with a portion of the proceeds going to his foundation. Donations to the DeRo Foundation will also be accepted at the gates.

This will most likely be like a $20 scarf right? Definitely getting it if that's the case

Klinsmann
06-16-2015, 03:24 PM
Danny Koevermans & Juan Pablo Galavis (https://www.facebook.com/juanpablogalavis) named to Dwayne De Rosario (https://www.facebook.com/dwaynederosario) Testimonial Roster.
Additional Names To Be Announced Tomorrow Morning.

Areathrasher
06-16-2015, 03:26 PM
The Bachelor??? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

Red CB Toronto
06-16-2015, 03:40 PM
Danny Koevermans & Juan Pablo Galavis (https://www.facebook.com/juanpablogalavis) named to Dwayne De Rosario (https://www.facebook.com/dwaynederosario) Testimonial Roster.
Additional Names To Be Announced Tomorrow Morning.

That is too funny, the Bachelor, a name I guess to draw in the ladies LOL

bigredone
06-16-2015, 07:46 PM
D.K. is great! Can't wait to see that smile!

Dunfield, now there is one for the ladies!!!

Super
06-16-2015, 08:00 PM
I won't be able to make this one. 3pm start with TFC kicking off at 7pm would mean 6 hours spent at BMO. Personally I think they should have called a 6 o'clock kick-off, and played just 1 half. That's plenty. No need for more than that in my opinion, and you would have seen a much, much bigger crowd.

Auzzy
06-16-2015, 08:32 PM
Yup bad day for me as well: it's my wife's birthday. Maybe we will go to the DeRo match & skip the actual game.

0bl1vious
06-16-2015, 08:37 PM
I'd love for Torsten to be invited.

Cuppy
06-16-2015, 08:41 PM
Bitter as I will be missing this as I'm heading to a rock festival in Quebec. Up until this match I will be considering not going to the concert for this day

akoto
06-16-2015, 09:19 PM
How are Dero and ​Juan Pablo Galavis connected? Looking at his career on Wikipedia and I don't see an overlap.

Ajax TFC
06-16-2015, 10:41 PM
Don't you usually bring in star players that the featured player played with or against during their career? DeRo's time at TFC didn't overlap with Koevermans' time here either. Though I won't complain about having him back in town

Klinsmann
06-16-2015, 11:10 PM
I heard JDG told some fans after the game today that he will be here playing in the Dero game as well.

TheGoodson
06-17-2015, 07:18 AM
I heard Dichio will be playing in the testimonial

Red CB Toronto
06-17-2015, 07:49 AM
Bigger name are yet to be anounced from my understanding.

Red CB Toronto
06-17-2015, 09:18 AM
Ali Gerba, Amado Guevara , Brian Ching and Kei Kamara are todays additions to the roster.

OfficeGuy
06-17-2015, 09:46 AM
found that he played in Ching's Testimonial game - there has to be a Houston connection

Red CB Toronto
06-17-2015, 10:03 AM
http://www.houstondynamo.com/sites/houston/files/USATSI_4773814%20%281%29.jpg

C.Ronaldo
06-17-2015, 10:06 AM
Ali Gerba, Amado Guevara , Brian Ching and Kei Kamara are todays additions to the roster.

WOW!! guevara!!!! That is freakn AWESOME

OgtheDim
06-17-2015, 10:29 AM
Kamara? Guy has 2 games the next week.

flamehawk
06-17-2015, 11:44 AM
WOW!! guevara!!!! That is freakn AWESOME

I am also really excited to see him back. I felt he never got the farewell he deserved too.

Detroit_TFC
06-17-2015, 12:46 PM
I was going to go but was kinda meh about it, but I'm starting to like the cast of characters, might be some fun.

C.Ronaldo
06-17-2015, 12:52 PM
That is too funny, the Bachelor, a name I guess to draw in the ladies LOL

how did you know he was from the bachelor? :shocked:

BuSaPuNk
06-17-2015, 01:03 PM
WOW!! guevara!!!! That is freakn AWESOME

Now if we get Dichio and Sutton and Brennan ill be dancing.

Red CB Toronto
06-17-2015, 01:21 PM
how did you know he was from the bachelor? :shocked:

TFC put a photo out of him with the rosses.

portu
06-17-2015, 01:34 PM
There will be commemerative DeRo Scarf on sale, with a portion of the proceeds going to his foundation. Donations to the DeRo Foundation will also be accepted at the gates.
Will they be available during the NYC game or just for the testimonial because Id love one but will only make it for the actual game???

C.Ronaldo
06-17-2015, 02:15 PM
TFC put a photo out of him with the rosses.

surrrrrrre they did ;) ;)

Red CB Toronto
06-17-2015, 03:32 PM
Will they be available during the NYC game or just for the testimonial because Id love one but will only make it for the actual game???

I would think so, don't know exactly for sure, but I would bet on them being available !

Lennon
06-17-2015, 09:41 PM
OMG Guevara! Finally a chance for me to wear my Honduras jersey.

T-boy
06-18-2015, 08:54 AM
Kamara? Guy has 2 games the next week.

This game is going to be the equivalent of a light jog in the park with your mates - no exertion going on, just a bit of fun.

I'm sure there will be a gag with a rose at some point too.

Red CB Toronto
06-18-2015, 09:03 AM
Danny Dichio, Jaime Moreno, Paul Stalteri & Junior Hoilett were anounced for the game this morning.

Mateo1985
06-18-2015, 09:12 AM
OOOOOOOOhhhhhhhhhhhhh Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaannnnnnnnnnnny Dichiooooooooooooo!!!

Mateo1985
06-18-2015, 09:15 AM
Are we signing the Dichio song for the testimonial game? May be even bring out one of the previous Dichio Banners? Or is this game purely about DeRo?

FluSH
06-18-2015, 09:30 AM
Are we signing the Dichio song for the testimonial game? May be even bring out one of the previous Dichio Banners? Or is this game purely about DeRo?

This game should be purely DeRo

Nodoubtguy
06-18-2015, 09:31 AM
This game should be purely DeRo

yup yup yup

zeelaw
06-18-2015, 09:39 AM
Danny Dichio, Jaime Moreno, Paul Stalteri & Junior Hoilett were anounced for the game this morning.
Fucking asshole.

Mateo1985
06-18-2015, 09:44 AM
This game should be purely DeRo

I do agree. Just wanted to see what everyone else was thinking!!!

Red CB Toronto
06-18-2015, 09:46 AM
Junior is in the house!!

Red CB Toronto
06-18-2015, 03:05 PM
Julian de Guzman, David Edgar Simeon Jackson & Adrian Serioux have just been added to the testimonial roster, can you feel it. Come On, Come All, if you have a ticket better be in the stands by 2:50 ready to rock all in the name of DeRo.

Suds
06-18-2015, 03:43 PM
I'm bringing my cleats. Seems they're letting anyone play g:D

mook-life
06-18-2015, 03:53 PM
they should have just had a a draw and let the supporters play in this match again dero and friends... imagine how awesome that would have been

Red CB Toronto
06-18-2015, 04:38 PM
There is also a bunch of events going on for DERO surrounding the testimonial match this weekend. I would be great to get out and support a good cause. Its the RPB way !!!

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CHu9HIUUEAAFEsr.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CHklBt5UcAEWV3w.jpg

OgtheDim
06-18-2015, 06:40 PM
Armen Bedakian ‏@ArmenBedakian (https://twitter.com/ArmenBedakian) 2m2 minutes ago (https://twitter.com/ArmenBedakian/status/611678538652086272) Can't yet say who the opponent is for the De Ro testimonial. Will just say that you should probably wear your TFC shirt just to be safe.


*********


I would suggest that means Team DeRo vs. TFCII, who have the weekend off.

Oldtimer
06-19-2015, 08:43 AM
I would love to see Rick Titus out there. he would be only be.. let me see, around 46?

He never played with TFC while DeRo was here (he played that one infamous game against Chivas in 2008 where our scout also played), but he played for the Toronto Lynx in 1997 (DeRo was also with the Lynx in 1997).

RICK TITUS IS PLAYING!!!!!! Woot!!!!

:flare::flare::flare::flare:

lintberg
06-19-2015, 08:48 AM
Tosaint Ricketts, Rick titus, Kenny Stampatopoulos and Jon Conway are now listed by TFC as playing!

Oldtimer
06-19-2015, 08:52 AM
Tosaint Ricketts, Rick titus, Kenny Stampatopoulos and Jon Conway are now listed by TFC as playing!

Opa!!!!!

Areathrasher
06-19-2015, 08:54 AM
Is this the final roster?

http://torontofc.ca/sites/toronto/files/DeRo-Testimonial-Poster-Update-3.png

Mateo1985
06-19-2015, 08:54 AM
I wonder how the teams will be separated?

Red CB Toronto
06-19-2015, 09:13 AM
I wonder how the teams will be separated?

As suggested, they could be playing TFC2, who have a weekend off from USL action.

Mateo1985
06-19-2015, 09:16 AM
As suggested, they could be playing TFC2, who have a weekend off from USL action.

I like that idea!!!

Auzzy
06-19-2015, 09:38 AM
As they are already up to 25 players on that list incl. DeRo, they will probably split it into two teams.

FRANKIE65
06-19-2015, 09:45 AM
As they are already up to 25 players on that list incl. DeRo, they will probably split it into two teams.

If they play TFC ll (which I think is most likely)...MANY subs

FRANKIE65
06-19-2015, 09:54 AM
Anybody have official word on how the seating is going to work for this? We'll probably get an email later today, but, thought someone in the "know" might already have the info.

Phil
06-19-2015, 10:11 AM
Gates 1.2.3B,5 + VIP areas & suites will be open at 2:30
No confirmation about concession stands open outside of the North Patio
2:30 entrance time

I assume we are expected to sit in our regular sections.

OfficeGuy
06-19-2015, 10:30 AM
they should have just had a a draw and let the supporters play in this match again dero and friends... imagine how awesome that would have been

That would have been epic!!!

FRANKIE65
06-19-2015, 11:15 AM
Gates 1.2.3B,5 + VIP areas & suites will be open at 2:30
No confirmation about concession stands open outside of the North Patio
2:30 entrance time

I assume we are expected to sit in our regular sections.

Thanks, Phil!

Justin10000
06-19-2015, 01:22 PM
Fucking asshole.

My sentiments exactly. No idea why he's here. Fuck him.

Red CB Toronto
06-19-2015, 01:23 PM
My sentiments exactly. No idea why he's here. Fuck him.

I have no problem with him, he has not made a choice at all, to tell you the truth he never has ever been in a Canada camp at any age ! People are allowed to choose and he simply has not.

T-boy
06-19-2015, 02:04 PM
My sentiments exactly. No idea why he's here. Fuck him.

If we booh him and shout at him he will certainly make a quick decision - to go play anywhere else other than in Canada!

Isn't this, rather, an opportunity to cheer for him and shout his name and make him feel like we WANT him to play here (which we do, don't we?).

Red CB Toronto
06-19-2015, 02:08 PM
Looking forward to two Toronto Shooting Stars teammates back on the pitch together in Rick Titus and Lyndon Hooper. Have good memories of going to those games at Maple Leaf Gardens even with the dreadful crowds.

http://cdn-3.justsportsstats.com/graphics/teams/npsltorshstars.gif.pagespeed.ce.dMHR-GWoFp.gif

http://www.barbersport.ca/images/original/img_c122863e406794c29fb3b9f2c780a9a5a0d4cf98.jpg

Auzzy
06-19-2015, 02:18 PM
RE Hoilett, tweet from John.


John Molinaro ‏@JohnMolinaro (https://twitter.com/JohnMolinaro) 2m (https://twitter.com/JohnMolinaro/status/611974783559991296)2 minutes ago (https://twitter.com/JohnMolinaro/status/611974783559991296)
Dero tells me he was one who invited Junior Hoilett to play in testimonial. Said he's friends with him and he wanted him there.

Hopefully this doesn't become a big deal during the game on Saturday. Perhaps DeRo is still trying to recruit him for Canada.

Red CB Toronto
06-19-2015, 10:22 PM
https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/11202646_758837897548115_6496291100945531379_n.jpg ?oh=9ce55d4751ac4db06b583df4f5896e00&oe=55F080F9

Oldtimer
06-20-2015, 05:48 AM
Looks like the testimonial is going to be streamed on the TFC channel on YouTube.

Red CB Toronto
06-20-2015, 08:05 AM
Looks like the testimonial is going to be streamed on the TFC channel on YouTube.

Yes it's which is great because a buddy in Ottawa was asking me if it was going to be streamed as he and a few buddies wanted to watch it, which is great.

Red CB Toronto
06-20-2015, 08:26 AM
It's here, DERO's Day !! Can you feel it, the celebration of a Canadian Legend !!

zeelaw
06-20-2015, 09:12 AM
I have no problem with him, he has not made a choice at all, to tell you the truth he never has ever been in a Canada camp at any age ! People are allowed to choose and he simply has not.
Sure, and maybe I'll boo him, dunno yet.

zeelaw
06-20-2015, 09:14 AM
If we booh him and shout at him he will certainly make a quick decision - to go play anywhere else other than in Canada!.
He already made that decision. Why would we cheer for a guy who continues to turn down the nats?

zeelaw
06-20-2015, 09:15 AM
RE Hoilett, tweet from John.



Hopefully this doesn't become a big deal during the game on Saturday. Perhaps DeRo is still trying to recruit him for Canada.
De Ro is boys with all those guys, wouldn't be surprised to see JDG2 out there today.

Red CB Toronto
06-20-2015, 09:18 AM
Ro Ricketts will be the in the house too , taking the pitch.

Dreadlocks
06-20-2015, 09:47 AM
Looking forward to today for sure. I just hope that the focus stays on Dero and not on who turned their country down or who the crowd does not like for whatever reason. It's an occasion to celebrate the career of the best footballer Canada has ever produced and NOTHING else.....imo.

JuliquE
06-20-2015, 10:02 AM
Looking forward to today for sure. I just hope that the focus stays on Dero and not on who turned their country down or who the crowd does not like for whatever reason. It's an occasion to celebrate the career of the best footballer Canada has ever produced and NOTHING else.....imo.
Absolutely.

If one and two players evoke a particularly positive reaction from the crowd, that would compliment the occasion, nicely (within reason, mind; i.e. not sure about Dichio24 being sung or any banners for other players showing up, for instance). That said, it might be that another few players didn't have the best of times, here.. but, at the end of the day, are her for DeRo.. who we love; would be like booing his family members, on a day to celebrate his accomplishments, because they spoke out of turn or something.

Think this one through, guys.

jloome
06-20-2015, 10:39 AM
Absolutely.

If one and two players evoke a particularly positive reaction from the crowd, that would compliment the occasion, nicely (within reason, mind; i.e. not sure about Dichio24 being sung or any banners for other players showing up, for instance). That said, it might be that another few players didn't have the best of times, here.. but, at the end of the day, are her for DeRo.. who we love; would be like booing his family members, on a day to celebrate his accomplishments, because they spoke out of turn or something.

Think this one through, guys.

It's like starting a fight at your brother's wedding just because some dude you don't like is there.

Lennon
06-20-2015, 11:10 AM
What are you guys planning on doing in the 3 hours between games?

Red CB Toronto
06-20-2015, 11:37 AM
What are you guys planning on doing in the 3 hours between games?
Will likely hit up Joe's, it's also the Italian thing going on BMO, time will fly.

Mateo1985
06-20-2015, 12:21 PM
Looks like the testimonial will get a crowed. I'm on the go train coming from burlington and there is a lot of TFC fans here!!!

douglasTO
06-20-2015, 12:31 PM
Looks like the testimonial will get a crowed. I'm on the go train coming from burlington and there is a lot of TFC fans here!!!

Probably already mentioned here on the forum but the GO Lakeshore West Line is only hourly service today. Construction project.

FluSH
06-20-2015, 12:31 PM
Dero chants mostly! Conserve your voices for the TFC match!!

Ajax TFC
06-20-2015, 12:48 PM
Dero chants mostly! Conserve your voices for the TFC match!!
And maybe the occasional round of "he's scoring like a fool! What about Danny Koef!"?

Lennon
06-20-2015, 01:07 PM
And maybe the occasional round of "he's scoring like a fool! What about Danny Koef!"?

Yesssss! :D


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtxlCsVKkvY

Yohan
06-20-2015, 02:23 PM
https://youtu.be/HTKBooAWE4o

DwaynDeGolsario
06-20-2015, 02:27 PM
which team is hoilett playing on?

portu
06-20-2015, 02:32 PM
which team is hoilett playing on?
The all stars

flamehawk
06-20-2015, 02:36 PM
which team is hoilett playing on?

Inter atonal

Monsalve oddly playing for them too

mowe
06-20-2015, 02:39 PM
Good to see the shake and bake again!

sully
06-20-2015, 03:10 PM
The all stars
what number?

SoccMan2
06-20-2015, 03:12 PM
Someone give the idiot play by play guy a lineup sheet so he knows who the players are who have the ball!

Oldtimer
06-20-2015, 09:40 PM
It was fun to have this match, with everyone trying to feed the ball to DeRo so he could score. Final tally: DeRo 3, Dichio 1.

Auzzy
06-21-2015, 12:25 AM
My wife & I really enjoyed the DeRo match. Great seeing some of the guys out there again. Sometimes I was pretty clued out though, as to who was who.

The ref was having fun as well. One of the best moments was a free kick, ref ceremoniously put a big pile of foam where the kick was to be taken, and then just sprayed some foam in the direction of the "wall."

I think I'll just remember that game from today, and forget about the 2nd one, grrrr......

Fort York Redcoat
06-21-2015, 12:36 PM
Absolutely.

If one and two players evoke a particularly positive reaction from the crowd, that would compliment the occasion, nicely (within reason, mind; i.e. not sure about Dichio24 being sung or any banners for other players showing up, for instance). That said, it might be that another few players didn't have the best of times, here.. but, at the end of the day, are her for DeRo.. who we love; would be like booing his family members, on a day to celebrate his accomplishments, because they spoke out of turn or something.

Think this one through, guys.

About positive and negatives in the crowd -

There were peeps excited to see Gerba again and he got chances. There was some chants for him but when he got his best chance right in front of us he flubbed it. I tried chanting something positive but I fear he thought I was being sarcastic.

but he really was a Gold cup hero...

Almost every player we chanted for acknowledged us in the crowd. it was a special day.

Ossington Mental Youth
06-21-2015, 01:02 PM
really wish i could have gone, wish it was on a different day than a regular season game, make an event of it, prob a better turn out

FRANKIE65
06-22-2015, 09:39 AM
Had a great time at the Testimonial, really disappointing turn out unfortunately. Dero made his way around the stadium to shake hands/sign/pose after the match. The better half and her eldest took some video and a few photos.

Rocket Robin
06-26-2015, 04:44 PM
Finally got the photos posted from the De Rosario testimonial match from last Saturday.
http://www.rocketrobinsoccerintoronto.com/reports15/15tfc016.htm (http://www.rocketrobinsoccerintoronto.com/reports15/15tfc016.htm)

Fort York Redcoat
06-27-2015, 05:56 AM
Finally got the photos posted from the De Rosario testimonial match from last Saturday.
http://www.rocketrobinsoccerintoronto.com/reports15/15tfc016.htm (http://www.rocketrobinsoccerintoronto.com/reports15/15tfc016.htm)


Thanks for sharing RR!