Game 14 St. Jean Baptiste Day Derby - Wednesday Reds vs. Impact 8 pm TSN

[OgtheDim]

The best way I have to think about this game is a Shakespeare quote:

We know what we are, but know not what we may be.


Time to figure a few things out.

[molenshtain]

We'll beat them handily if they bunker with a 4-4-2. They don't have the players to do the same thing The Team From Saturday did to us.

[portu]

Honestly just beat the shit out of the key-beckers forget DC on the weekend throw everything at this gameVanney

[DinamoTFC]

I think you're confusing this game with Saturday. This game vs Montreal is Wed at 8pm. Saturday is vs DC

[Cashcleaner]

Weather should be pretty good for a match on Wednesday night. Looking at a midday high of 24 with clouds, and obviously that's gonna drop down as kick-off approaches. Even though we're coming off a loss at home against NYC and Montreal is starting to gain momentum in the standings with their recent record, I'm pretty confident we can pick up the full three points on the 24th.

[Oldtimer]

The Impact have never won at BMO Field. It's important that this tradition continues.

[portu]

The Impact have never won at BMO Field. It's important that this tradition continues.
And now we've been jynxed

[Redpunkfiddle]

The Impact have never won at BMO Field. It's important that this tradition continues.

A little hollow when a couple of non-wins got them cup results, but hey.

[OgtheDim]

And now we've been jynxed

I refuse to live in a world where stating the trends is a bad thing. :scarf:

Montreal has been playing well. But their defence hasn't had to deal with what we can do offensively.


3-1 for the good guys.

[Fort York Redcoat]

I refuse to live in a world where stating the trends is a bad thing. :scarf:

Montreal has been playing well. But their defence hasn't had to deal with what we can do offensively.


3-1 for the good guys.

Well said.

The last couple days have been full of fear of soothsayers and superstition. Lay credit or blame where it should be - here - not the stars.

[SenorDingDong]

I hope his anger comes out in this match...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=10&v=bJRSjPdKycc

[OgtheDim]

Kurtis Larson ‏@KurtLarSUN (https://twitter.com/KurtLarSUN) 37m37 minutes ago (https://twitter.com/KurtLarSUN/status/613341386566295552) @KurtLarSUN (https://twitter.com/KurtLarSUN): Toronto FC - IMFC get top referee Alan Kelly for Wednesday night's derby.


GOOD NEWS

Niggly shit less likely to happen. Kelly was the 4th official on Saturday and looked somewhat shagrinned at what he was seeing going on out there.

[Areathrasher]

Just saw this elsewhere, pretty interesting. Not sure where else to put it, maybe the deathwatch thread?

http://i.imgur.com/FZbMZGf.png

[portu]

I refuse to live in a world where stating the trends is a bad thing. :scarf:

Montreal has been playing well. But their defence hasn't had to deal with what we can do offensively.


3-1 for the good guys.
Remember I was watching our home game versus New England on tsn and a stat flashed on the screen about how we hadn't conceded in x amount of minutes literally 2 minutes before we got scored and now I'm wary of stating trends

[OgtheDim]

Toronto FC ‏@torontofc (https://twitter.com/torontofc) 1m1 minute ago (https://twitter.com/torontofc/status/613375783457923072) Morgan: "My least favourite thing about Montreal is the Impact.

[portu]

Toronto FC ‏@torontofc (https://twitter.com/torontofc) 1m1 minute ago (https://twitter.com/torontofc/status/613375783457923072) Morgan: "My least favourite thing about Montreal is the Impact.
Retweet

[Mateo1985]

Awesome of Morgan!!!

[__wowza]

Toronto FC ‏@torontofc (https://twitter.com/torontofc) 1m1 minute ago (https://twitter.com/torontofc/status/613375783457923072) Morgan: "My least favourite thing about Montreal is the Impact.

My least favourite thing about Montreal is the Impact.

http://replygif.net/i/735.gif

[ronzilla]

I'm looking forward to seeing moore on the bench.

[molenshtain]

Toronto FC ‏@torontofc (https://twitter.com/torontofc) 1m1 minute ago (https://twitter.com/torontofc/status/613375783457923072) Morgan: "My least favourite thing about Montreal is the Impact.

That's our hometown boy!

[Mateo1985]

Game day!!! Enjoy the match everyone!!!!

[Voodooman]

Looking forward to it! Nothing beats facing the Impact

For the first time....ever for a TFC game (went for a Canada game couple years ago) I will be able to go to Shoeless before the game. Where exactly is it? Stupid question I know.

[Fort York Redcoat]

Looking forward to it! Nothing beats facing the Impact

For the first time....ever for a TFC game (went for a Canada game couple years ago) I will be able to go to Shoeless before the game. Where exactly is it? Stupid question I know.

East of King and Dufferin, West of Lamport.

[ManUtd4ever]

Should be a great match tonight. I'm sure the boys will be ornery after Saturday's result but Montreal has been playing well. Hoping for a win but expecting a draw.

[Pint]

Montreal with a game in hand and only 2 pts behind. Beyond being a Derby game the game is very meaningful in the standings.

[barticusz]

Love that Montreal is doing better so far this year. I want them to be a success (to a certain degree) so that it creates a heated rivalry and more exposure for the game in our country.

[OgtheDim]

FWIW

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CIQ8TGlWUAAgdLz.png

I draw the line at success for the Impact within MLS.

[Petor]

Looking forward to it! Nothing beats facing the Impact

For the first time....ever for a TFC game (went for a Canada game couple years ago) I will be able to go to Shoeless before the game. Where exactly is it? Stupid question I know.

Here is a map...
https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Shoeless+Joes/@43.6391151,-79.4256054,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x9225206f6163398

[C.Ronaldo]

Looking forward to it! Nothing beats facing the Impact

For the first time....ever for a TFC game (went for a Canada game couple years ago) I will be able to go to Shoeless before the game. Where exactly is it? Stupid question I know.

its not stupid to not know something

[TFC07]

Hopefully it doesn't rain tonight. I am debating if I should bring a sweater or not since game starts late tonight.

[OgtheDim]

Doyle's view

http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2015/06/23/armchair-analyst-when-toronto-fc-host-montreal-impact-opening-field-key

[OgtheDim]

Jozy Altidore ‏@JozyAltidore (https://twitter.com/JozyAltidore) 10m10 minutes ago (https://twitter.com/JozyAltidore/status/613781535456628736) Looking forward to getting back on track and playing in a great atmosphere tonight! Love the support we get at BMO field!


Should be starting

[portu]

Jozy Altidore ‏@JozyAltidore (https://twitter.com/JozyAltidore) 10m10 minutes ago (https://twitter.com/JozyAltidore/status/613781535456628736) Looking forward to getting back on track and playing in a great atmosphere tonight! Love the support we get at BMO field!


Should be starting
Better be starting

[Ivy]

Better be starting

Better be scoring

[notthesun]

Heading to BMO for this one. Hope we get a great match.

[Joe Kool]

Heading to BMO for this one. Hope we get a great match.

Great weather to start with...hopefully great match to follow. Send those Limp Acts packing....

[ANTZ]

Hi everyone, in Italy on holiday. Does anyone know any good link for tonight's game.
thank you!!

[aajking]

Assuming this will be blacked out on MLS Live since its on TSN?

[Ultra & Proud]

I have a strange feeling that tonight there will bugs. Not sure why I think that but I feel it.

[barticusz]

Assuming this will be blacked out on MLS Live since its on TSN?

Correct.

[hulkrogan]

Jozy Altidore ‏@JozyAltidore (https://twitter.com/JozyAltidore) 10m10 minutes ago (https://twitter.com/JozyAltidore/status/613781535456628736) Looking forward to getting back on track and playing in a great atmosphere tonight! Love the support we get at BMO field!


Should be starting

Do you think there is a "Jermaine Defoe" clause in Jozy's contract?

"The undersigned will take all necessary actions to instill confidence in the fanbase that said MLSE asset is content within both Toronto FC and the city of Toronto. This includes fan interactions on personal time, social media posts, and media interviews"

He seems to always be mentioning the fans and the city. It's nice to have a guy expressing very openly he's enjoying his time with the team for a change!

[Cashcleaner]

Montreal with a game in hand and only 2 pts behind. Beyond being a Derby game the game is very meaningful in the standings.

For sure. I mean, games against any Eastern Conference opponents are always important, but like you said, Montréal is right on TFC's heals right now and a win for the good guys will widen that space between us.

[Mateo1985]

This game is almost like the play off finals game!!! Gonna be awesome

[kwhisperer]

I have a strange feeling that tonight there will bugs. Not sure why I think that but I feel it.

Hasn't Bug Day come and gone?

[Auzzy]

Toronto FC ‏@torontofc (https://twitter.com/torontofc) 2m (https://twitter.com/torontofc/status/613844331422597120)2 minutes ago (https://twitter.com/torontofc/status/613844331422597120)
Benoit Cheyrou (calf) and Ashtone Morgan (flu) will not be available for tonight's match. #TFCLive (https://twitter.com/hashtag/TFCLive?src=hash)

Cheyrou banged up (cuts & bruises) after the NYCFC match.

[Auzzy]

Starting 11:

Konopka; Morrow, Zavaleta, Perquis, Creavalle; Warner, Osorio, Delgado, Bradley; Altidore, Giovinco


Bench: Bendik, Hagglund, Lovitz, Moore, Findley, Chapman, Jackson

[OgtheDim]

No bugs but Rachel is here filming stuff.

[Brooker]

Don't even think about it, Oduro.

[ronzilla]

A win tonight or vanney goes.

[ronzilla]

http://livetv.sx/en/eventinfo/315984_toronto_montreal/#webplayer_ifr|281794|315984|281794|64|1|en


Hi everyone, in Italy on holiday. Does anyone know any good link for tonight's game.
thank you!!

[JavierMartini]

only perquis got fined for the nycfc match >.>

[James17930]

only perquis got fined for the nycfc match >.>

Utter bullshit.

Okay, if Warner has to play, at least they have him in at his proper position.

Let's see what Delgado can do.

[FRANKIE65]

Crevaelle defending, yikes. Delgado starting should be interesting.

[James17930]

Saw that coming as soon as Morrow dove in and missed.

[shwade]

Konopka just lost his spot methinks

[James17930]

Konopka just lost his spot methinks

I hope so.

[nonc]

lol I knew when De Vos commented on Warner being a good DM (totally untrue) that it would come back to haunt. What bad positioning.

[Ajax TFC]

Fuck Yeah!

[Bishop Blaize]

Excellent by both bradley n giovinco

[Blixa]

Giovinco.... What a fucking assist. If Bradley had missed it I'd cut that bald head off and feed to my dog.

[James17930]

Okay, good.

WE MUST WIN THIS GAME.

[Blixa]

DeVos, please shut the fuck up. I can't stand this wanker.

[Jack]

DeVos, please shut the fuck up. I can't stand this wanker.
He's awful.

[Jack]

We miss Cheyrou's distribution. Perquis is actually showing some really nice passing.

[Ultra & Proud]

Why does Osorio always slow it down when he has a break?

[ag futbol]

Crazy how much Delgado has improved from the last time I saw him play. It's like night and day.

[Blixa]

We're owning them, we just need to score another two. That pass from Perquis was top class.

[Jack]

Cray how much Delgado has improved from the last time I saw him play. It's like night and day.
Impressive, so far.

[ag futbol]

We're owning them, we just need to score another two.
Just keep pinning them down. They'll be out of energy and eventually have nothing left but to pack the 18 yard box.

[shwade]

Delgado impressing more than Chapman

[ag futbol]

Ok Creavalle, enough of that.

[shwade]

Ugh warner

[JavierMartini]

crevalle again , wtf is he doing on the pitch.

[James17930]

We're getting exposed too easily on the counter.

[Jack]

Fuck. Perquis saves the day after Warner is in a bad position again. And Creavalle got caught upfield. He does that way too often and shouldn't be playing RB. Is Bloom still injured?

[Blixa]

Our passing has been exceptional tonight. Last Saturday it seemed like we just kept missing the ball but not tonight. Montreal looks dangerous on the counter. we can't give them those kinds of opportunities.

[Jack]

Our passing has been exceptional tonight. Last Saturday it seemed like we just kept missing the ball but not tonight. Montreal looks dangerous on the counter. we can't give them those kinds of opportunities.
In other words, don't let Creavalle dribble g:D

[T-boy]

In other words, don't let Creavalle dribble g:D

Actually that's been his asset this game - going forward he's running past the Impact easily. But he gets caught out of position from RB. But high up the field he's causing problems for Montreal.

[Bishop Blaize]

Good half. Passing has been very good. Bit of a soft goal to concede. We are getting exposed down both flanks on montreal counter attacks. Giovinco n bradley have been excellent

[TorontoFC6fan]

I like this Delgado kid. Perquis and creavalle really needs to learn to keep things simple.

[ag futbol]

I think Perquis deserves a lot of credit for his work on the ball - it makes our whole team look better. His ability to step into space or find the open man gives teams a lot more to think about. In comparison, the average CB we've had on this team looks awful on the ball and stares down their target to the point where the other team just drops it's strikers into the midfield to crowd out our players and pick off easy predictable passes.

So credit where it's due.

[ag futbol]

I am normally a fan of Morrow, but on that one pass from Bradley he took like 3 or four touches to settle the ball. If he had taken it first time he would have been full steam ahead and created a direct scoring chance. Instead he took too long and the opportunity was wasted.

The offensive prowess of our fullbacks is generally over stated. They have a platform to be incredibly dominant but they aren't taking it. Once teams are done covering bradley, gio, and altidore ... that space is always open.

[koolvid12]

Bradley has been excellent loved that run and pass at the 10min mark and nice box to box midfield goal. We need players to make those runs and help Gio.

[James17930]

I'm thinking they should try to use some basketball strategy here ... pass it into Gio and let them double/triple team him, then have someone right there in support to take a pass and quickly get it to someone running into the space before Montreal can recover. They haven't really looked intent on doing that so far.

[WestStandGeoff]

Nice Jozy!!!

[ag futbol]

This guy is unreal. Looks like he's having a sluggish game then buries a half chance.

[James17930]

Fuck yes.

[Bishop Blaize]

Great goal

[Ajax TFC]

Altidore is magic. He wears a magic hat

[Tyler]

I remember the first time I saw consistent long-range service at BMO was when Beckham played with the MLS 11 v West Ham. And now we have Bradley - his distribution is amazing.

[oldtraffordPEI]

Beautiful pass by Bradley! Jozy showed his class!

[ag futbol]

Something is really off with the sound on TSN. They need a better audio guy.

[oldtraffordPEI]

dominating

[General Woolfe]

Great finish by Jose... that wasn't as easy as it looked

[Ajax TFC]

I don't think I've ever seen someone put as much pressure on them self as Giovinco does. Works his ass off and is furious with himself when he misses a good chance.

[WestStandGeoff]

Something is really off with the sound on TSN. They need a better audio guy.

The only thing that seems off to me is DeVos keeps talking.

[Jack]

Actually that's been his asset this game - going forward he's running past the Impact easily. But he gets caught out of position from RB. But high up the field he's causing problems for Montreal.
Just when he hangs onto it too long and coughs it up, then he's way too deep to help out on the counter. He's ostensibly a defender, which is why I'd rather he not dribble quite so much. He's been better in the second half.

[Jack]

We are all over them now. We need to put this away. Don't ride a one-goal lead against a rival.

[Jack]

What control from Giovinco. And look at him body the much bigger defender. Love it!

[James17930]

If we can criticise Gio, we might say he sometimes tries to do too much ... like right there, he's getting double teamed and he's trying to dribble through/around two guys when he's got support right behind. He should pass it off there, but instead he gets dispossessed.

I think it's something they need to be a bit more aware of.

[Jack]

I'm really please with what I'm seeing from Delgado. It's great to have another midfield option as we'll need it, especially if Cheyrou is injured.

[tfcleeds]

I'm definitely impressed with Marky Delgado so far.

[Blixa]

This must be Bradley's best game yet this season. Gio just can't buy one FFS. We should be up by 3 now.

[James17930]

I'm really please with what I'm seeing from Delgado. It's great to have another midfield option as we'll need it, especially if Cheyrou is injured.

Or if Warner is not injured.

[Blixa]

That should be a red FFS.

[aajking]

Finally an European star player who gives a fuck. Loving Gio right now.

[Jack]

Or if Warner is not injured.
Yeah, Warner isn't starter material and Delgado makes a case for himself. That said, Warner's been very solid tonight in the second half winning balls and breaking up plays. He's been much better than in the first.

[James17930]

Yeah, Warner isn't starter material and Delgado makes a case for himself. That said, Warner's been very solid tonight in the second half winning balls and breaking up plays. He's been much better than in the first.

Yeah, he's perfectly serviceable as a back-up DM ... but we definitely want someone like Delgado playing in those more advanced positions.

[James17930]

The crowd noise is coming through great right now ... sounds amazing.

[Jack]

Yeah, he's perfectly serviceable as a back-up DM ... but we definitely want someone like Delgado playing in those more advanced positions.
Agreed. Coming into a high-pressure match against Montreal and performing as Delgado has done should give Vanney plenty to think about.

On another note, I love how hard Perquis plays.

[TorontoFC6fan]

Morrow playing like doo doo

[ag futbol]

Great game for Delgado. Definitely give him the hard hat for all the work he put in.

[aajking]

The crowd noise is coming through great right now ... sounds amazing.

BMO will be a beast of a home stadium next year once the covers are up.

[ag futbol]

The only thing that seems off to me is DeVos keeps talking.
Mine sounds like the crowd is wayyy in the background. Not the first game I've noticed this.

[James17930]

Ha! so smart by Gio. run into the diving defender, draw the PK.

Brilliant.

[Jack]

Yessss. Soumare looked like he was going to ground in slowmo haha.

[ag futbol]

Goals: Bradley, Gio, Altidore...

Money well spent.

[Jack]

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHH H

Tik Tak Tabenrac

[James17930]

So once again, our 3 DPs account for our 3 goals.

Money is good! :)

[Blixa]

Fuck, that was close!

[Jack]

Fuck, that was close!
Yeah. The keeper guessed right, but the penalty was so far in the corner he couldn't get to it.

[Blixa]

Unbelievable player Giovinco. I didn't realize he was this good. He's the Messi of MSL.

[Tyler]

BMO is fackin electric. Lovely.

[Jack]

Osorio has really been a fuck-ton better the last 5 or 6 matches.

[Jack]

Wow...that almost blooped through. Gotta squeeze that.

[Blixa]

Montreal did fuck all all game.

[WestStandGeoff]

Well earned win.

[James17930]

Konopka goes over and takes a drink of a fan's beer.

Hilarious! :)

[Ajax TFC]

I love the energy that Jackson brings when he comes on late in the game. Just blasts down the field

[tfcleeds]

One of the more dominating performances since inception one must think. Just lovely to watch tonight.

[Detroit_TFC]

That was some proper football.

[Nerepis]

Man, that was fun to watch!

[Jack]

That felt good.

[ronzilla]

Montreal was being mauled the entire 90 minutes. What a great win.

[Loyal]

This team looks like a "professional" team - maybe for the first time in our history!

The buildups and resulting scoring chances were outstanding - I don't remember a game where we had that many "real" scoring chances

Michael Bradley played "world class" and always seems to need a game to get back into it after International leaves.

Tremendous "poise" with the ball all over the pitch

Very impressed!

[nonc]

When you think about it that's probably one of the 10 best league games TFC have ever played. Beautiful.

[ag futbol]

Best game I've seen this team play in a while. Lot of guys played well.

Let's keep it up on the weekend and get 3 off DCU.

[aajking]

I love the energy that Jackson brings when he comes on late in the game. Just blasts down the field

Very well played by the whole squad, but where was Findley when Jackson made that run around 90mins? Jackson was looking for player to pass to but no one was around until Bradley came up. On TV it looked like Findley was still hanging around half. If he wants a chance at starting he's gotta do more, even if we're up by 2 in the dying minutes.

Findley reminds me of Moore sometimes. Potential but not motivated.

[ManUtd4ever]

I was expecting a more even match. We just dummied them all over the pitch tonight, and it was a thing of beauty. The score was flattering to Montreal.

I honestly can't recall a TFC squad that has been able to maintain possession as well as this team. Our passing sequences and movement off the ball has been superb, and continues to improve.

I just hope our level of play doesn't drop off drastically when we lose Bradley, Altidore, Osorio, and Morgan during the Gold Cup.

[Oldtimer]

Winning makes everything seem better. :drinking:

[TorontoFC6fan]

One of the best game's i've seen from bradley in a TFC jersey. can somebody explain to me why this Delgado kid can't get any minutes on this team ? that kid is a good player.

[shwade]

One of the best game's i've seen from bradley in a TFC jersey. can somebody explain to me why this Delgado kid can't get any minutes on this team ? that kid is a good player.

He's a good midfield option...Lovitz is becoming more dispensable.

More interesting is why Hamilton can't buy minutes off the useless Findlay and sometimes lazy Moore.

[Chevy]

This team looks like a "professional" team - maybe for the first time in our history!

The buildups and resulting scoring chances were outstanding - I don't remember a game where we had that many "real" scoring chances

Michael Bradley played "world class" and always seems to need a game to get back into it after International leaves.

Tremendous "poise" with the ball all over the pitch

Very impressed!


+1. They were fantastic tonight. I don't every recall watching a game and thinking that we were so much better than the opposition.

[anto7]

One of the best game's i've seen from bradley in a TFC jersey. can somebody explain to me why this Delgado kid can't get any minutes on this team ? that kid is a good player.

I think you need to trust that Vanney knows when is the right time to throw a kid in, he sees them develop every day in training. I am sure Delgado benefited a lot from the games he played in the U20 World Cup so perhaps that helped him get his call up tonight.

[pdubs]

We also did it without Cheyrou. Warner had a good game tho at DM for the most part.

[anto7]

One of the best performances I have ever seen from TFC. Some of the passing was sublime. We were actually exciting to watch and looked like we were going to create chances every time we moved forward. Bradley and Seba the obvious stars of the night but good performances by pretty much every other player. Creavelle was much better than usual, Warner solid, very mature performance by Delgado, Osario I thought had a great game both creatively and defensively. Just what we needed after last Sat

[ag futbol]

Yeah, the improvement Delgado showed tonight compared to when I saw him before was remarkable. Few more solid outings like that and someone will be getting pumped from the starting lineup.

Let's not get ahead of ourselves though... Let him improve at his own place, no more rookies into the fire like the old days.

[OgtheDim]

Ref called a good game, apart from that sub screw up. Impressed.

24k looking like 24k. And into it. Roof next season will be really loud.

[ronzilla]

Giovinco broke the club record for assists with 7. Was happy to see he received a standing ovation.

Bradley was also a beast today.

[bimmer]

Looking forward to seeing more of Delgado. He was fantastic today.

[koolvid12]

Bradley involved in all 3 goals today. The goal, Long range assist, and great pass that set up gio to draw the penalty. Money well spent with all our DPs.

[Defoe]

great game boys!

lost my phone in the celebration but hoping it turns up!!

Giovinco Bradley and Altidore clearly the difference. But from the stands I was thinking man what quality possession and ball movment from the whole team

[General Woolfe]

Toronto were really up for that one tonight. Great performance all round and 3 more points in the bag.


:scarf:

[PopePouri]

Yeah, the improvement Delgado showed tonight compared to when I saw him before was remarkable. Few more solid outings like that and someone will be getting pumped from the starting lineup.

Let's not get ahead of ourselves though... Let him improve at his own place, no more rookies into the fire like the old days.

He's got 40 odd MLS games under his belt. I don't think that makes him a rookie.

[Blixa]

What else can be said other than that was a great fucking game. Even after conceding I was pissed at Konopka but I was sure we were going to score one. Things were just clicking from the start. There were long spells when Montreal couldn't get a whiff of the ball nevermind actually being a danger in any way.

[Mateo1985]

I can't even talk now coz I think I lost my voice but the game was worth it!!! Come on you reds!!!

[Detroit_TFC]

He's got 40 odd MLS games under his belt. I don't think that makes him a rookie.

I didn't realize he had so many appearances for Chivas USA. That's crazy for such a young dude.

[GTA_WOLF]

Completely different class out there tonight. Got a little worried when the 1st goal went in (defending was horribly suspect!) but always felt that a win was a guarantee. Good to see players getting blooded in for the Gold Cup run in (sqaud is very much ready for the ins and outs of this season).

Best TFC team I have seen at BMO ever!

[tfcocd]

Completely different class out there tonight. Got a little worried when the 1st goal went in (defending was horribly suspect!) but always felt that a win was a guarantee. Good to see players getting blooded in for the Gold Cup run in (sqaud is very much ready for the ins and outs of this season).

Best TFC team I have seen at BMO ever!

Contributions from the front 3 DPs without cheyrou showcased some depth that will be needed during the gold cup

[portu]

Was it just me or was Delgado a stud?!? Applause to all the boys tonight what a masterclass

[trane]

when we they are clicking they are a clear step above the MLS standard. It is really solid football, we just need to learn to get points when we are not firing on all cylinders.

[jloome]

Was it just me or was Delgado a stud?!? Applause to all the boys tonight what a masterclass

They loved him at Chivas. Tonight's performance was surreally good. So many years of waiting to see something like that, where our triangles and movement are so solid, Montreal just couldn't touch the ball for long periods. Very happy.

[Jack]

Having Delgado and Warner play like they did tonight is a huge plus. Depth and options are nice to have.

Also, Zavaleta continues to develop and looks pretty solid. I think we have a keeper there.

[Areathrasher]

Delighted for Marky Delgado tonight. Kid is a stud. He showed glimpses of it at Chivas last year. I specifiacally remember him pinging a ball on to Cubo Torres head to beat the Whitecaps and win me a lot of money. Loved the kid since then and delighted he ended up with us.

Salivating at the thought of Delgado and Chapman getting regular game time during the Gold Cup.

Tonight was beautiful.

[PopePouri]

The game really emphasized why I love the diamond so much and that we will probably be decent when we lose players to the Gold Cup.

[notthesun]

Fantastic game. We absolutely crushed them second half. I see few teams being able to handle us when Giovinco is the best player on the pitch, and I see even fewer when our 3 DPs are the three best. It really looks like we nailed it on each of their signings.

Watching Giovinco live is just incredible. So shifty, so aware of the players around him, the thought of defending against him is mind-boggling. Made Ciman, probably a top 3 CB in the league, look foolish more than once.

Bradley was an absolute monster today. This tops his first game against Seattle for me. How many pinpoint long balls did he spray around the pitch?

And I just love Altidore. Gets himself involved in link up play, the best holding forward in the league, and even when it looks like he's drifting out of games he just needs that one chance. His finish today perfection.

This was a complete win against a team in good form no less. I could praise every player... Zavaleta continues to look super solid (yes he'll make the odd mistake on the ball but that's a hundred times better than having him dive recklessly into tackles like many of our recent CBs), Warner and Osorio both continue to prove their worth and Perquis's passing ability was a huge bonus today. And Delgado, can't say enough about him. Exactly what you want from your bench guys. Nothing fancy, just played smart passes, worked hard, involved himself in the build up.

Last point, I saw some flashes from Findley. Similarly to playing Creavalle at RB early on (to his credit he did decently well there today), Findley has been misused. May actually be worth our while to keep him around as striker depth during the Gold Cup.

[Areathrasher]

Agree with that. Findley looked dangerous when he came on. I was in 115 tonight so right behind the goal, he ran the channels brilliantly and gave Oyongo some trouble. If Bradley had released the ball sooner a couple of times im sure he would have had a goal.

[TorontoFC6fan]

So glad i didn't have to watch lazy Luke Moore tonight. sadly he'll be back getting minutes when jozy leaves for the Gold Cup. I'm already cringing thinking about him and Jackson getting more minutes :facepalm:

[Areathrasher]

So glad i didn't have to watch lazy Luke Moore tonight. sadly he'll be back getting minutes when jozy leaves for the Gold Cup. I'm already cringing thinking about him and Jackson getting more minutes :facepalm:

Non penalty goals plus assists per 90 leaderboard
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Do us all a favour and shut it about Moore, yea?

[GTA_WOLF]

Might seem cool to some, but for a professional football player, totally offside!!!

[GTA_WOLF]

Last post is regard to Konopka!

[dupont]

Just got home. Great game all around! Everyone in my section was going bananas for that incredible Altidore goal! So fucking awesome!

[General Woolfe]

Was it just me or was Delgado a stud?!? Applause to all the boys tonight what a masterclass

The boy did good when his chance came along

[portu]

Non penalty goals plus assists per 90 leaderboard
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Do us all a favour and shut it about Moore, yea?
I second that motion

[Jack]

I've just watched the condensed match on MLS Live again (2nd time in a row) and our movement off the ball was fantastic. We were giving our guys an option to pass on almost every play. Really nice football. This is such a huge difference in our style from previous seasons and it's nice to see.

[Mateo1985]

It was great to sing in the stands with you fellas!!!

[Auzzy]

Having Delgado and Warner play like they did tonight is a huge plus. Depth and options are nice to have.

Also, Zavaleta continues to develop and looks pretty solid. I think we have a keeper there.

Accurate passes from Zavaleta helped set up both the first & third goals.

[Brooker]

Might seem cool to some, but for a professional football player, totally offside!!!

I agree. The beer at BMO is shit.

[evermorian]

Might seem cool to some, but for a professional football player, totally offside!!!

David Moyes accepting chips from fans: totally offside and unbecoming of a professional coach! http://as01.epimg.net/diarioas/imagenes/2015/01/14/english/1421272439_436117_1421272913_noticia_normal.jpg

In all seriousness, I don't see anything wrong with Konopka's actions. I think it shows affinity with the fans. One of my favourite moments from the vancouver winter games was when one of our athletes against all odds medaled (skeleton?) and promptly after his run walked through the crowd, accepted a beer that someone had given to him along the way, and drank it as he walked to the podium. It was a sort of humble action in my opinion and I view what Konopka did in the same light.

The game: One of the best TFC performances I have seen in a long time! I couldn't be sure, but did Chapman get any minutes?

[Brooker]

About 15 minutes for Chapman.

[barticusz]

I second that motion

Can I third this motion?

Aside from that Warner was immense today too. As did craevalle in a rb role.

[Tyler]

One of my favourite moments from the vancouver winter games was when one of our athletes against all odds medaled (skeleton?) and promptly after his run walked through the crowd, accepted a beer that someone had given to him along the way, and drank it as he walked to the podium. It was a sort of humble action in my opinion and I view what Konopka did in the same light.

Jon Montgomery was our gold medalist in skeleton, and the sequence you described about his tv interview with a pitcher in hand is legendary.

[OgtheDim]

Might seem cool to some, but for a professional football player, totally offside!!!


Dude.

They go into the locker room


&


drink beer.

[freshfreshfresh]

can somebody explain to me why this Delgado kid can't get any minutes on this team ? that kid is a good player.

He's been called up to the United States U20s multiple times this spring and he had been away at the U20 WC since the start of May. According to twitter he only got back from New Zealand on the 20th.

[Phil]

Great game last night. Altidore is beast. So much heart and passion on display. Quite the contrast to Defoe.

[bigredone]

I will keep a beer at the ready if Konopka would like one after every game. A beer for each of the players if they play like that.

What a great night. Chapman, Delgado and what a night to celebrate becoming a Canadian citizen. All the new comers got to see the rightful order of things in Canada with Toronto on top and Montreal sucking balls.

The flares at the GO tunnel, the songs and chants afterwards. THANKS TO ALL THAT BRING THE HYPE!!!

[Wince]

Konopka goes over and takes a drink of a fan's beer.

Hilarious! :)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkP_WEAC7cE

Had a good laugh at that one! :)

[Shway]

My takes from the game :

1. When are 3DPs are on the field, we're untouchable.

2. Chapman NEEDS to play over Delgado in that system, as he is better offensively. (Clearly Vanney is playing his boys)

3. South end was rocking last night. Can't wait till next year when we have nights like that with a roof over our heads.

[Fort York Redcoat]

So glad i didn't have to watch lazy Luke Moore tonight. sadly he'll be back getting minutes when jozy leaves for the Gold Cup. I'm already cringing thinking about him and Jackson getting more minutes :facepalm:


Non penalty goals plus assists per 90 leaderboard
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Do us all a favour and shut it about Moore, yea?


I second that motion


Can I third this motion?

Aside from that Warner was immense today too. As did craevalle in a rb role.

So glad when thinking we wouldn't see any Moore posts after a game he wasn't a part of. Oh well. I'm sure fb isn't sure how they feel about him yet. Try your soapbox there, maybe?

[Joe Kool]

That was some fantastic play from TFC last night. The passing was great. It was actually like watching an EPL team pass the ball around. Such a contrast from some of the rubbish we have had to endure in the past. I think Konopka could have maybe had the save on their goal but it was hard to tell on TV if he was screened. Did anyone in 115 get a good look at it? Man, what a game for me to miss in person. Stupid thing is the reason I missed it fell through at the last minute but it was too late to get downtown. Oh well.

[Thomas]

What a night! Great weather, and the team was finally clicking. I have never seen such quick one touch precise passing by a TSC team before. That was a night to remember.

[Red CB Toronto]

What a great night last evening was for TFC, with goals from Seba, The General and Jozy !!!

https://scontent-lga1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/11012892_10207188330886315_5367815109146462965_n.j pg?oh=04e4597ebe30eedd883e0404807354fb&oe=562251CC

[MKR]

I was at the game and lucky enough to get some seats in 113. i don't usually sit (stand) there, but it's extra enjoyable when i do. RPBs were in truly fine voice and it was a real pleasure to sing and bounce with you. i have been to a lot of games since year one and last night was probably the most fun i have had at BMO.

As for the match, there were a couple instances in the second when the ball movement and overall passing was so precise and dare i say almost Barcelona like. Ball was literally moving around the whole team around the entire pitch. It got me thinking how much of a far cry this team (and the league) is from the days of Chad Barrett and Dan Gargan.

Jozy. the guy is a beast. What a revelation compared to defoe.
Everyone played well, but Crevalle in particular looked solid and dangerous in attack.

These appear to be some real good times for us and for once it doesn't look like fool's gold.



What a great night. Chapman, Delgado and what a night to celebrate becoming a Canadian citizen.


congratulations. like you said, a perfect way to cap off a special day.

[Bellzy]

So I heard what I thought to be a new chant coming from the bowels of 112 last night. It was to the tune of "Alouette". Perfect melody considering the rivalry and could be rolled over for many minutes. That being said it was quite muffled with all ambient noise around... Did I hear something about the FLQ at one point? Lol

Can someone post the lyrics by chance?

... and yeah, great game!

Bellzy

[BuSaPuNk]

So I heard what I thought to be a new chant coming from the bowels of 112 last night. It was to the tune of "Alouette". Perfect melody considering the rivalry and could be rolled over for many minutes. That being said it was quite muffled with all ambient noise around... Did I hear something about the FLQ at one point? Lol

Can someone post the lyrics by chance?

... and yeah, great game!

Bellzy

http://forums.redpatchboys.ca/showthread.php?34908-Beat-the-impact-(alhouette)

[Pint]

So I heard what I thought to be a new chant coming from the bowels of 112 last night. It was to the tune of "Alouette". Perfect melody considering the rivalry and could be rolled over for many minutes. That being said it was quite muffled with all ambient noise around... Did I hear something about the FLQ at one point? Lol

Can someone post the lyrics by chance?

... and yeah, great game!

Bellzy

Check out the songs and chants part of the board. I'm assuming that is the one they did.

[Jack]

So I heard what I thought to be a new chant coming from the bowels of 112 last night. It was to the tune of "Alouette". Perfect melody considering the rivalry and could be rolled over for many minutes. That being said it was quite muffled with all ambient noise around... Did I hear something about the FLQ at one point? Lol

Can someone post the lyrics by chance?

... and yeah, great game!

Bellzy

It's a call and response and it's brilliant. We first did it last season and it caught on really well. The top of 113 even joined in and it had all the cops and security staff chuckling. It is most definitely not PC, but it is fun as hell. As you go, it gets longer because you repeat the last line of each verse (just like in Alouette).

The chorus is like this:
Beat the Impact, beat the fuckin' Impact.
Beat the Impact back to Montreal.

I don't remember all of the verses. Maybe @wowza; will be able to chime in g:D

[Shway]

That was some fantastic play from TFC last night. The passing was great. It was actually like watching an EPL team pass the ball around. Such a contrast from some of the rubbish we have had to endure in the past

This. ..the 1-2-3-4....combinations were very good. I remember in the first half they put like 14 passes together where everyone touched the ball, and they almost scored.

[Jack]

Accurate passes from Zavaleta helped set up both the first & third goals.
Both Zavaleta and Perquis are really doing a good job with their passing. It makes a big difference when we can push the ball back out to them and knock it around to keep possession. Perquis made some killer long passes, too.

[C.Ronaldo]

We also did it without Cheyrou. Warner had a good game tho at DM for the most part.
warner was a beast!

he was stripping balls right out of players hands.



evryone was perfect, only osario needs a few practice shots on net. the kid needs to get the monkey off the back, he panics when he sees net

[Jack]

warner was a beast!

he was stripping balls right out of players hands.



evryone was perfect, only osario needs a few practice shots on net. the kid needs to get the monkey off the back, he panics when he sees net
Yeah, Warner was good as a more typical DM. He obviously didn't give us Cheyrou's distribution, but his tough work on the ball allowed him to get it to the guys who make stuff happen. I noticed Bradley was often making himself available to Warner for that quick outlet.

[Yohan]

Amazing how good tfc can be when the ref is half competent and calls blatant fouls. Bradley and giovinco can do their stuff because Alan Kelly actually did his job

[Ajax TFC]

2. Chapman NEEDS to play over Delgado in that system, as he is better offensively. (Clearly Vanney is playing his boys)
Personally, don't agree with this assessment. Delgado made a serious argument for more playing time last night. On the flipside, Chapman's play wasn't all that impressive

[barticusz]

Personally, don't agree with this assessment. Delgado made a serious argument for more playing time last night. On the flipside, Chapman's play wasn't all that impressive

Seconded. Delgado looked fantastic and made lots of precise passes and had great close control. Not to slight Chapman, but we can't take away anything from Delgado who did great.

I really think that come the gold cup we're going to see Cheyrou play the Bradley role with Warner as the DM. That leaves us with a midfield that could include both Chapman and Delgado, but more likley than not it will be Jackson and one of those two kids.

[molenshtain]

Cheyrou isn't mobile enough or offensively talented enough to play Bradley's position.

[T-boy]

Personally, don't agree with this assessment. Delgado made a serious argument for more playing time last night. On the flipside, Chapman's play wasn't all that impressive

It's sometimes much more difficult to come on as a sub than start a game - and also some players just aren't good coming form the subs bench.

Personally I'd rather see much more of Delgado AND Chapman than players like Jackson. Both players could have a good future.

[Ultra & Proud]

It's sometimes much more difficult to come on as a sub than start a game - and also some players just aren't good coming form the subs bench.

Personally I'd rather see much more of Delgado AND Chapman than players like Jackson. Both players could have a good future.
Still think Jackson has a place off the bench and is at least non-facepalm depth. If a real good offer came then I would part with him for sure but I think the possible emergence of Delgado and Chapman has spelled the end of Lovitz here. He has no place and no chance from what I have seen and it gets even worse when you look at what TFC II will eventually have to offer.

[C.Ronaldo]

It's sometimes much more difficult to come on as a sub than start a game - and also some players just aren't good coming form the subs bench.

Personally I'd rather see much more of Delgado AND Chapman than players like Jackson. Both players could have a good future.

but jackson off the bench is potent. he is fast fwd and defensively. sure he isnt pretty, but for the last 10-15 minutes he really gets the job down well. hes strong and fast, and agasint a tired D he is effective

[Auzzy]

That was some fantastic play from TFC last night. The passing was great. It was actually like watching an EPL team pass the ball around. Such a contrast from some of the rubbish we have had to endure in the past. I think Konopka could have maybe had the save on their goal but it was hard to tell on TV if he was screened. Did anyone in 115 get a good look at it? Man, what a game for me to miss in person. Stupid thing is the reason I missed it fell through at the last minute but it was too late to get downtown. Oh well.

Creavalle actually screened Konopka on the goal, you can see it in the replay. It was only for a moment, but it was right when the shot came. Creavalle was running across in front of goal to get back to his RB position, and the shot came in behind Creavalle just as he was passing Konopka. It wasn't really an error by Creavalle either: as this was a fast counter-attack right after our own corner kick, everybody was scrambling to get back into position. Shit happens.

The only thing: Montreal has recently become known as a very potent counter-attacking team. I think they should have setup differently for corner kicks & free kicks at the other end. Sure send the big guys forward; but keep 1 or 2 additional short/fast guys back further. There were a couple of other occasions that could easily have turned into goals for Montreal.

[C.Ronaldo]

Piatti is a pleasure to watch too, school morrow that led to the goal

[notthesun]

We really trashed them. Giovinco with a ridiculous 13 shot attempts and Bradley with an equally ridiculous 11 successful long balls out of 12.

[Jack]

We really trashed them. Giovinco with a ridiculous 13 shot attempts and Bradley with an equally ridiculous 11 successful long balls out of 12.
:drum:

[Tim110]

These are exciting times. This team is really coming together! On to the DC United game!

[Blixa]

Both Zavaleta and Perquis are really doing a good job with their passing. It makes a big difference when we can push the ball back out to them and knock it around to keep possession. Perquis made some killer long passes, too.

Perqius made an amazing diagonal pass in the first half that was Champions League material. When everybody plays to their full potential this team is unstoppable.

[jloome]

Perqius made an amazing diagonal pass in the first half that was Champions League material. When everybody plays to their full potential this team is unstoppable.

Perquis' precision out of the back with long, hard ground passes up to the midfielders and forwards has been pretty dangerous. Transition is very quick as a result.

[barticusz]

Perquis is looking more and more the player I remember for that Euro 2012 tourney. Very happy to have a Polish International on this team and performing!

[Eleven]

Originally posted in wrong thread...

I'm still learning about the game. In contrast to a few posts about Creavalle having a good attacking performance, I was consistently frustrated with him in the 2nd half... from my viewpoint in s/w.

He looked good running across enemy lines but seemed to not know what to do once he got there. He seemed unaware of his teammates' runs/movements into open passing space and/or open crossing positions. I don't know how good (or not) his crosses are; but I wished he crossed to an open Giovinco at one point. There were a couple times I wished he passed, once to Goaltidore, and another to Delgado... I'm not sure if he didn't look up, just not see them, or didn't recognise the (or what I saw as as an) opportunity.

So, looking to learn, what moments in the 2nd half did I miss where Creavalle did a good attacking job in the final 3rd?

Just to add...again from my viewing point, Oso and Warner were studly in winning balls back last night.

[portu]

Perquis is looking more and more the player I remember for that Euro 2012 tourney. Very happy to have a Polish International on this team and performing!
absolutnie

[Jack]

Perquis' precision out of the back with long, hard ground passes up to the midfielders and forwards has been pretty dangerous. Transition is very quick as a result.
I literally sat up in my chair when he made that pass and backed up the feed to see it again. It was phenomenal. Accurate and perfectly weighted. I think my wife got tired of hearing about how well we were passing g:D

[jiforio]

So glad i didn't have to watch lazy Luke Moore tonight. sadly he'll be back getting minutes when jozy leaves for the Gold Cup. I'm already cringing thinking about him and Jackson getting more minutes :facepalm:

I agree (although Luke is starting to pick up the slack a bit.). It was nice to see our two top striking partners on the pitch today... And what a game by Bradley! A goal and two assists!! What a stud!!

[jiforio]

Bradley involved in all 3 goals today. The goal, Long range assist, and great pass that set up gio to draw the penalty. Money well spent with all our DPs.

I agree. This force is unstoppable at the moment.

[dupont]

Just a quick question. Who decides who is the man of the match at the end of the game? Obviously I know the players don't really care about that but I was shocked it wasn't Bradley after the Montreal game. He scored a goal and made the pass that led to both other goals. On top of that, he just completely owned the midfield all game. Like I said, it doesn't matter but it just made no sense that it wasn't him.

[Roca]

It's a call and response and it's brilliant. We first did it last season and it caught on really well. The top of 113 even joined in and it had all the cops and security staff chuckling. It is most definitely not PC, but it is fun as hell. As you go, it gets longer because you repeat the last line of each verse (just like in Alouette).

The chorus is like this:
Beat the Impact, beat the fuckin' Impact.
Beat the Impact back to Montreal.

I don't remember all of the verses. Maybe @wowza; will be able to chime in g:D

Actually, it started 6 years ago in upper 110, where we still sing most of the original verses.

[Jack]

Actually, it started 6 years ago in upper 110, where we still sing most of the original verses.
I made no mention of when it started, I said "we" as in section 112. Or at least, that's the first time I remember it in 112/113. I haven't been to every match. I'm not trying to take away your glory ;). The chant is awesome.

[dupont]

Actually, it started 6 years ago in upper 110, where we still sing most of the original verses.

It certainly has been a great tradition to hear that chant every year in 110. It's the highlight of my season! lol

[Roca]

I made no mention of when it started, I said "we" as in section 112. Or at least, that's the first time I remember it in 112/113. I haven't been to every match. I'm not trying to take away your glory ;). The chant is awesome.

Didn't think you were Jack, just wanted to point out the song is a tradition almost as old as TFC. :)

The inspiration for it was actually a song about Sunderland, which I'll post in the chants section if I can find it before the Sunderland game.

[Jack]

Didn't think you were Jack, just wanted to point out the song is a tradition almost as old as TFC. :)

The inspiration for it was actually a song about Sunderland, which I'll post in the chants section if I can find it before the Sunderland game.
Fantastic stuff. I only wish I'd heard it sooner. I was singing it for weeks after the first time I was there for it in 112 last season. In fact, I'm singing it in my head right now g:D

[Roca]

Fantastic stuff. I only wish I'd heard it sooner. I was singing it for weeks after the first time I was there for it in 112 last season. In fact, I'm singing it in my head right now g:D

Me too! When my buddies and I get hammered, we sometimes sing it in bars. g:D