FIFA RATING UPDATE: Giovinco since moving to MLS has undergone the following progression as a CF in the game. 76->77->78->80. Never ever ever say they don't rate MLS. Giovinco is also currently inform in online seasons rated at 83(!) as a CF. Giovinco has also garnered one inform with a 78 rating. On either wing Giovinco is rated at 83 overall.
I don't think he expects to be picked by the National team and if he does, I don't think we would see him go back to Europe.
If he gets picked to the Italian NT, it'll prove that playing in the MLS can get him to international success.
I also think Bradley, Altidore and the USMNT could play a big role in him staying here as well.
If the USMNT can continue to excel on the world stage and beat big teams in meaningful games, not just friendlies - it'll show him that playing in the MLS can keep you match fit and ready for international play
The other part of why he wouldn't go is the quality of life in Toronto. he's a family man and this city plays really well for him to play football, get paid properly, live life like a baller hanging with Snoop Dogg and have a quiet family life all at the same time.
Giovinco highlight vids on youtube. Now you know we've made it.
Some interesting numbers here
Analytics: Just how good is Toronto FC?
http://www.sportsnet.ca/soccer/toron...tian-giovinco/
And the weird hype continues
John Molinaro @JohnMolinaro 3m3 minutes ago Pretty cool video from @torontofc on Sebastian Giovinco's history: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJRSjPdKycc&feature=youtu.be … #TFC
I would have thought that more Armen's style..........
That is sort of embarrassing.
Toronto FC baby...best team everrrrrrrrrr -Jozy
I'm sure the little guys (kids) will like it, don't think it was meant to appeal to us supporters.
Holy Fricking premature...!! At least give it a few more games before the hypefest...
I liked it. - minus the reference to Tim B - I thought it was alright.
It's enjoyable. So much negativity with regards to everything TFC/MLSE does. Just enjoy it for what it is.. a great piece of art.
The video was fun and is obviously timed with Italian Heritage Day.
Fifa ratings are relevant to those who play FIFA. A fun game. That's all. Accurate like the actual National team rankings.
I wouldn't equate an avatar with anything but being a fan of the pic or player.
FORMER FULL TIME KOOL-AID DRINKER
Giovinco's Hat trick
He's simply the best. Too good for this league if you ask me.
Well that's just ridiculous. If you watch this league and support it you'd want the best playing here. If he plays at a higher level than anyone else in this league (and he certainly makes a case for it) I hope he performs as such and then passes it on to make the players around him raise their level.
It's an obvious if not stated strategy of this league and any new league like it.
FORMER FULL TIME KOOL-AID DRINKER
What is the record for most player of the week awards in a season??