86-649: [REDACTED] Look up plata in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Plata may refer to: Joao Plata (born 1992), an Ecuadorian football player Juan Carlos Plata (born 1971), a Guatemalan retired football player Plata, Texas , an unincorporated community in Presidio County, Texas, United States La Plata , the capital city of the Province of Buenos Aires, Argentina Plata, Aibonito, Puerto Rico ,
172-712: A Canadian football field with artificial turf end-zones when the Toronto Argonauts move to BMO Field in 2016 , along with hosting the Grey Cup that year . On September 11, 2020, Connecticut governor Ned Lamont announced that Toronto FC would finish their season's home matches at Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford, Connecticut , as well as during the playoffs, due to the Canadian government's response to limit cross- border travel during
258-606: A 1–1 draw, during which they lit a number of flares and committed vandalism. Following the game, some altercations broke out between the two supporter groups. Overwhelmed security called local police who ended the melees and made arrests, at which time a Toronto FC fan was tasered while being subdued. The first rematch back in Columbus Crew Stadium following the incident was boycotted by Toronto FC supporters in wake of restrictions imposed on them by Crew officials. The 2017 MLS Cup Eastern Conference finals were part of
344-753: A 2–2–0 record. Overall, they finished the MLS season on a 14-game winless streak and ended up in last place, with five wins and 23 points. It was announced Kevin Payne would be leaving D.C. United for the general manager position at Toronto FC on November 27, 2012. First-time coach Ryan Nelsen replaced Mariner as of January 7, 2013. On April 25, 2013, Payne signed the first young designated player in MLS, Matías Laba . On July 9, Payne controversially traded Luis Silva to D.C. United for an undisclosed amount of allocation money . The team fired Payne on September 4. Following
430-541: A 3–0 away win against FC Edmonton in the first leg of the Canadian Championship . For the second leg on May 4, Plata again made the starting line-up and provided an assist as well as receiving Man of the Match honours in a 1–0 home win, giving Toronto a 4–0 aggregate victory over FC Edmonton to advance to the Canadian Championship final. Plata got his first MLS goal in a 2–1 victory over Houston Dynamo
516-418: A 3–0 loss at Canadian Classique rivals Montreal Impact . On June 29, 2016, Toronto FC won its fifth Canadian Championship against Vancouver 2–2 on aggregate, winning on away goals . Giovinco scored a hat-trick against D.C. United, on July 23, 2016, in a 4–1 home win, surpassing De Rosario's previous all-time record as Toronto FC's top scorer by two goals to 35 goals. In October 2016, Toronto FC clinched
602-503: A 5–1 win over El Salvador Standing at 1.57 m (5 ft 2 in), Plata is the shortest player in MLS history, alongside Cristian Techera and Yeferson Soteldo ; although not physically imposing, his small stature, combined with his low centre of gravity and resulting balance, make him extremely agile, and allow him to change direction very quickly in tight spaces, while his strong legs allow him to excel in short bursts of speed. In addition to his mobility and elusiveness, Plata
688-463: A 6–2 away loss. Plata returned to LDU Quito on a six-month loan from Toronto on July 11, 2012. Plata re-joined Toronto in January 2013 upon the end of the loan. However, on January 30, 2013 he was traded to Real Salt Lake in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2015 MLS SuperDraft . On May 20, 2013, Plata scored his first goal for Real Salt Lake against Chivas USA . In 2014, he scored
774-478: A Young DP. Early in the 2019 season, he played a match with RSL's B team, Real Monarchs in the second tier USL Championship , scoring in a 4-1 victory against Reno 1868 . Following a disappointing season, in which he scored one goal, which came on a 95th-minute penalty kick against the Colorado Rapids , which was his first MLS goal in 364 days, his contract option was declined by Real Salt Lake after
860-659: A barrio Plata, Lajas, Puerto Rico , a barrio Plata, Moca, Puerto Rico , a barrio a type of tequila Cerro El Plata , a mountain in Argentina called Plata Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Plata . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Plata&oldid=1186714539 " Category : Disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description
946-519: A career high 13 goals, while also adding six assists, leading to the Twitter hashtag #PlataEsOro becoming popular, a play on the meaning of Plata's name, "plata" being the Spanish word for "silver" and "oro" meaning "gold." In 2015, he re-signed with RSL, as a Young Designated Player contract. In 2017, he again extended his contract, remaining as a Designated Player, having passed the age for being
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#17327661587231032-592: A deal with the team over the transfer of England international Jermain Defoe for a reported fee of £6 million, and an Advertising Rights Agreement with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd. Defoe would earn a reported £90,000 a week, making him the highest earner in MLS. These moves required the trade of Matias Laba to Vancouver to comply with MLS's maximum of three designated players per team. On February 7, 2014, Brazil national team keeper Júlio César joined on loan from Queens Park Rangers . The team started
1118-442: A decision that underscored the depth of the club's crisis. Around this time, reports had surfaced that the club was suffering an internal crisis, with a fractured locker room and a hostile culture among players and management. Bradley's departure was followed by the appointment of Terry Dunfield as interim head coach, in a position he remained in until John Herdman 's arrival as the new long-term head coach with one game remaining in
1204-489: A fixture for the rest of the season. On September 18, 2010 Plata scored his first professional goal in a 1–0 victory over ESPOLI . This important goal helped Liga consolidate their position at the top of the table. Plata ended the season appearing in 7 league matches (starting 5) and scoring one goal as Liga captured the Second Stage of the 2010 Serie A and then defeated Emelec to be declared national champion for
1290-402: A goalless draw after extra-time. On June 27, 2017, Toronto FC won their sixth Canadian Championship 3–2 on aggregate over Montreal, earning them a spot in the 2018 CONCACAF Champions League . On September 30, Toronto FC won their first Supporters' Shield with a 4–2 home win over New York Red Bulls to clinch top of the league with the most points that season . By doing so, they also became
1376-656: A heating and drainage system was also installed for $ 3.5 million to MLSE. In March 2012, TFC played its first-ever match in the Rogers Centre , the 49,982-seat home of Major League Baseball 's Toronto Blue Jays and former home of the Argonauts and the Toronto Raptors , hosting the LA Galaxy in the home leg of the 2011–12 CONCACAF Champions League championship round . The retractable roof stadium
1462-606: A member of the Eastern Conference . The team plays its home matches at BMO Field , located at Exhibition Place on Toronto's shoreline west of Downtown Toronto . Toronto FC joined MLS in 2007 as an expansion team and was the first Canadian-based franchise in the league. The first team is operated by Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE), which also operates the MLS Next Pro affiliate team Toronto FC II and most other professional sports franchises in
1548-538: A nine-game losing streak, setting an MLS record for the worst start to a season. Under Winter in 2012, the team's league record was 1–9–0 and in all other competitions was 3–1–4, including a fourth-straight Canadian Championship . He was replaced by Paul Mariner , but TFC continued to struggle finishing with a 4–12–8 record in league play under him. Toronto FC also failed to advance in the CONCACAF Champions League, finishing second in its group with
1634-589: A playoff spot for the second straight season. The team proceeded to defeat the Philadelphia Union at BMO Field in the Eastern Conference Knockout Round to record their first-ever playoff win and to secure entry into the first Eastern Conference Semi-final in franchise history. Toronto FC defeated New York City FC 7–0 on aggregate to reach an all-Canadian Eastern Conference finals derby against Montreal Impact. Montreal won
1720-542: A record for most players used in a MLS season with 39. Despite a strong finish to the season with only two losses in their last 12 games, TFC missed the MLS playoffs for a fifth straight year. Nonetheless, they earned a win in their final group stage match of 2011–12 CONCACAF Champions League visiting the FC Dallas , securing a berth in the knockout stage versus LA Galaxy . After a 2–2 draw in Toronto before 47,658 fans at
1806-520: A regular starter and immediately became a fan favourite. TFC only scored two goals in the final 15 minutes of games all season (last in MLS). During the same 15-minute period, they gave up 16 goals (most in MLS), thus creating a −14 goal differential during the final 15 minutes. In the 2009 Canadian Championship , Toronto FC required a four-goal victory over the Montreal Impact in the final game of
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#17327661587231892-446: A team in 2005. Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) paid US$ 10 million for the franchise. The name of the team was announced on May 11, 2006. The announcement followed an online consultation in which the public was invited to vote on the name for a limited period. The voting options were "Toronto Northmen", "Inter Toronto FC", "Toronto Reds", and "Toronto FC". MLSE's strategy in choosing "Toronto FC" following this process
1978-531: A winger on a free transfer; the contract is a four-year deal and began on July 1. Toronto FC also signed Italian defender Domenico Criscito on June 29, 2022, to a TAM deal. On July 15, 2022, they were joined by compatriot Federico Bernardeschi , who signed with Toronto FC; the contract is also a four-year deal. Both Insigne and Bernardeschi signed as designated players. Canadian internationals Doneil Henry , Mark-Anthony Kaye , and Richie Laryea were also acquired. The 2022–2023 off-season saw further overhaul of
2064-435: Is an extremely quick and dynamic player, who is known for his great acceleration over short distances, and his pace on the ball, as well as his dribbling ability and technical skills. A creative forward, Plata is an accurate finisher, and is capable of both scoring and assisting goals, which allows him to play in several offensive positions: although he has been used as a striker or as a supporting forward, his favoured role
2150-499: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Joao Plata Joao Jimmy Plata Cotera ( Spanish pronunciation: [joˈaw ˈplata] ; born March 1, 1992) is an Ecuadorian footballer who plays as a forward for C.D. FAS in the Primera División de Fútbol de El Salvador . Plata began his career in the youth ranks of hometown club Barcelona before joining
2236-570: Is on the left wing, a position which allows him to move out wide to receive the ball, beat players on the dribble, and subsequently cut into the middle of the pitch on his stronger right foot to either shoot on goal or set up his teammates. Toronto FC Toronto Football Club (commonly known as Toronto FC or TFC ) is a Canadian professional soccer club based in Toronto . The club competes in Major League Soccer (MLS) as
2322-453: The 2018 CONCACAF Champions League round of 16 on February 20. After a goalless draw in the return leg against Colorado on February 27, TFC were matched up with Mexican side Tigres UANL for the quarterfinals, where they won the first leg 2–1 at home. In the return leg on March 13 in Mexico, TFC lost the match 3–2, however progressed to the semi-finals for the second time in its history since
2408-587: The 2019 Playoffs . Toronto FC progressed to the final on November 10, 2019, where they faced the Seattle Sounders for the third time in four of the then-most recent MLS Cup finals held; Toronto FC was ultimately defeated in Seattle by a score of 3–1. On February 7, 2020, Toronto FC signed Argentine Pablo Piatti as a designated player, while Michael Bradley signed a new contract below the designated player salary, while remaining as captain. Marking
2494-479: The 2019 season . On 6 July 2020, it was announced that Plata would join Liga MX side Toluca for the 2020–21 season . He scored his first goal for the club on 24 January 2021 against Necaxa . His contract was terminated in the summer of 2021. On 28 January 2022, he joined Ecuadorian Serie A club Delfín . In August 2023, he joined C.D. FAS of the Primera División de Fútbol de El Salvador . Plata
2580-576: The COVID-19 pandemic . Likewise, Toronto FC played some of their home games in Exploria Stadium in Orlando, Florida during the 2021 season. Exploria Stadium is also home to Orlando City SC . Toronto FC's initial seasons saw TFC fans set the standard for MLS fan support, selling out its first three seasons. Referred to as the model franchise off the field by MLS commissioner Don Garber ,
2666-547: The Canadian Championship and were runners-up of the 2018 CONCACAF Champions League and the MLS Cup in 2016 and 2019 . As of 2023, the club has an estimated value of US$ 690 million, making them the sixth most valuable club behind Los Angeles FC , LA Galaxy , Atlanta United FC , New York City FC , and D.C. United , and have the highest player payroll in Major League Soccer. MLS awarded Toronto
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2752-708: The Canadian Soccer Association 's representative in the CONCACAF Champions League , Toronto FC played in the inaugural Canadian Championship in 2008 competing for the Voyageurs Cup . TFC were the favourites to win the championship in its first year, but the Montreal Impact prevailed. The last-place New York Red Bulls defeated Toronto FC 5–0 in the final 2009 regular season game, leaving TFC one point out of
2838-665: The MLS Golden Boot , MLS MVP and MLS Newcomer of the Year Award . He was named to the MLS All-Star Game and the MLS Best XI and became the first player in MLS history to lead the league in both goals and assists in a single season. Toronto FC clinched a playoff berth on October 14, for the first time in franchise history. The team were eliminated in the knockout round of the 2015 MLS Cup Playoffs by
2924-513: The Rogers Centre , Toronto FC defeated the Galaxy 2–1 in Los Angeles to reach the CONCACAF Champions League semi-finals, the first Canadian team to do so. They were defeated by Mexican side Santos Laguna in the semi-finals 7–3 on aggregate. On June 7, 2012, Aron Winter resigned from the team upon refusing to be reassigned from his head coaching role after the team started the season with
3010-505: The naming rights for the new stadium. It is the largest soccer-specific stadium in Canada. It is owned by the City of Toronto , while MLSE, the team's owner, operates it. Following criticism of BMO Field's use of FieldTurf and its rapid deterioration, MLSE agreed to a deal with the city to replace it with a natural grass surface in time for the 2010 MLS Season . Along with the grass,
3096-543: The 10th time in the club's history. At the conclusion of the 2010 season, in order to continue his development, Plata was loaned to Major League Soccer and was selected by Toronto FC with the No. 49 pick in the 2011 MLS SuperDraft . Toronto FC signed Plata on March 24, 2011. On April 2 Plata made his debut for Toronto as a second half sub for Alen Stevanović , in a 1–1 home draw against Chivas USA . On April 27 Plata made his first start for Toronto and provided two assists in
3182-508: The 2011–12 Champions League, on away goals, following a 4–4 draw on aggregate. On April 10, TFC drew 1–1 to Club América at the Estadio Azteca in the second leg of the semi-final after a 3–1 home win on April 3 in the first leg, to advance 4–2 on aggregate to the finals for the first time in their history. After a 2–1 home loss to Guadalajara on April 17 in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League final, Toronto FC would win
3268-425: The 2018–19 off-season, on January 4, 2019, Toronto FC announced the appointment of Ali Curtis as general manager after the departure of Bezbatchenko. After failing to reach a contract agreement with the club, on January 30, 2019, Toronto FC sold Giovinco to Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal for an undisclosed fee. On March 4, 2019, Spaniard Alejandro Pozuelo signed with Toronto FC as a designated player to help fill
3354-532: The 401 Derby as well, with Toronto FC winning the series 7–5 on aggregate. Columbus Crew and Toronto FC have competed for the Trillium Cup since 2008. Although a manufactured rivalry, albeit linked by the fact that the official flower of both Ontario and Ohio is the white trillium ( Trillium grandiflorum ), the meetings have since sparked bitterness. On March 28, 2009, approximately 1,700 Toronto FC supporters travelled to Columbus Crew Stadium and witnessed
3440-577: The Alfaro Moreno Academia in Guayaquil in 2009. After impressing at Alfaro Moreno he joined the youth ranks of LDU Quito . Plata impressed Liga coach Edgardo Bauza and was called up to the senior side during the Second Stage of the 2010 Serie A season. On August 22, 2010 Plata made his professional debut for LDU Quito at Estadio Casa Blanca in a 1–0 victory over Olmedo . His debut was considered very promising and Plata became
3526-592: The Canadian Championships. Toronto FC's biggest rival, CF Montréal (formerly known as Montreal Impact), joined MLS in 2012. In the years leading up to this, they emerged as fierce rivals during the Canadian Championship . The proximity of the two cities and the fact that Toronto and Montreal are long-standing rivals in the National Hockey League (NHL) contributes to these meetings being combative. Since both teams have joined MLS,
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3612-556: The Hawk is a female Harris's hawk employed by BMO Field falconry staff to sit perched atop the field to ward off seagulls . Originally brought to work in 2007 to prevent seagulls from attacking patrons, the hawk has become a fixture of BMO Field. She has also been employed at Molson Canadian Amphitheatre (renamed Budweiser Stage in 2018 due to a change in naming rights between the multinational breweries ) in Ontario Place to
3698-529: The MLS Cup Final for the second time in a row. On December 9, 2017, at home, Toronto FC defeated Seattle 2–0 in the MLS Cup , which was a rematch of the previous year's MLS Cup. Toronto FC became the first MLS team to complete a domestic treble with their win, as well as the first Canadian team to win the MLS Cup. Toronto FC started the 2018 season with a 2–0 away win over the Colorado Rapids in
3784-478: The Trillium Cup as well, with Toronto FC winning the series 1–0 on aggregate. The official team colours include red as the primary colour, with black, grey, dark grey, and white as secondary colours. The primary uniform (jersey, shorts, and socks) is red with alternating lighter and darker horizontal bands, black sleeves with red trim, and a vertical black band below each sleeve extending the full length of
3870-478: The appointment of Jonathan Osorio as club captain and a recommitment from stars Insigne and Bernardeschi. Notable signings to begin the season included the return of Richie Laryea completed via a transfer from Nottingham Forest and the signing of Kevin Long from Birmingham . Honduran international Deybi Flores , former Newcastle player Matty Longstaff , and Sheffield youth defender Nicksoen Gomis also joined
3956-716: The city, like the Toronto Maple Leafs of the National Hockey League (NHL), Toronto Raptors of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League (CFL). In 2017 , Toronto FC won a domestic treble with the MLS Cup , Supporters' Shield and Canadian Championship , making them the first and only MLS club to ever do so. They are eight-time winners of
4042-399: The club announced a multi-year deal to keep Plata at Toronto FC; as per club policy and league, the details of the new contract signing were not disclosed, but reports suggest a $ 500,000 fee was paid to secure him. Plata scored his first goal of the season on April 4, during the second leg of the 2011–12 CONCACAF Champions League semifinals against Santos Laguna , Plata scored both goals in
4128-429: The club roster, including the additions of American Matt Hedges and Norwegian Adama Diomande , and the return of Victor Vazquez . Jason Hernandez became general manager of Toronto FC. The 2023 season for Toronto FC was marked by significant challenges, both on and off the field, leading to a period of transition and change within the club. Despite a full offseason with Insigne and Bernardeschi, and other new additions,
4214-404: The club's name is the conventional initialism for association football teams across Europe and is commonly used among MLS teams to present a more authentic soccer brand. Despite a long scoreless streak to start the club's history, Toronto FC quickly began to establish itself as a club with significant fan support . The club's first win came on May 12, 2007, at BMO Field as Danny Dichio scored
4300-570: The competition to nullify the Vancouver Whitecaps ' +4 goal differential. Anything less would result in Vancouver winning the championship. Toronto FC went down 1–0 early but overwhelmed an under-strength Impact side 6–1 on the back of a hat-trick by De Rosario. Guevara added two, scoring in the 69th and 92nd minute. Chad Barrett scored the decisive goal in the 82nd minute, which gave TFC the lead over Vancouver. The unlikely victory
4386-560: The first Canadian team to win the Supporters' Shield. On October 22, the final day of the season, they played to a 2–2 away result against Atlanta United FC , where Toronto FC set a new MLS regular season points record with 69, eclipsing the 1998 LA Galaxy by one point. On November 29, 2017, Toronto FC won the Eastern Conference finals for the second time in a row, with a 1–0 aggregate win over Columbus Crew, also entering
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#17327661587234472-620: The first leg of the Conference Championship, 3–2 at the Olympic Stadium in Montreal on November 22. Toronto beat Montreal 5–2 in extra time in the return leg at BMO Field in Toronto on November 30, winning on an aggregated score of 7–5, making Toronto FC the first Canadian team to compete in an MLS Cup Final. On December 10, Toronto lost the final at home to Seattle Sounders FC 5–4 in penalty shoot-out following
4558-440: The first leg on a goal by Chad Barrett, and tied 2–2 in the second leg on goals by De Rosario and Barrett, qualifying for the group stage. Toronto FC won their first group stage match 2–1 against Mexican side Cruz Azul on August 17, 2010. However, the team failed to qualify for the championship round after finishing in third place behind group winners Real Salt Lake and second place Cruz Azul. On November 3, 2010, MLSE announced
4644-483: The goal was a well taken penalty and he later went on to set up the second for Maicon Santos , his performance earned him MLS player of the week. On July 2 Plata scored a crucial goal against Vancouver Whitecaps FC helping seal Toronto's third consecutive Canadian Championship, earning the team a berth in the CONCACAF Champions League . Plata was awarded the George Gross Memorial Trophy as
4730-485: The hiring of former German international and coach Jürgen Klinsmann , and his California-based company, SoccerSolutions, to fix the team's game. Over the next six months, Klinsmann assessed the team, identifying a playing style, and recommended a candidate for the director of soccer position. On January 6, 2011, the new management team for Toronto FC was announced. Aron Winter was hired as head coach with his compatriot Bob de Klerk named first assistant coach. Paul Mariner
4816-504: The interim title. Toronto FC finished the season in second-last place, and on November 22, 2021, Curtis left his post as general manager. Two days later, Bob Bradley (father of Toronto FC captain Michael Bradley ) was announced as the head coach replacement for Pérez, and in the same announcement, Bob Bradley was also named sporting director. On January 8, 2022, Italian international Lorenzo Insigne signed with Toronto FC as
4902-403: The jersey. The secondary uniform includes white jerseys with a large red horizontal band below a smaller blue band across the chest with blue and red trim, white socks with blue trim, and with either red or blue shorts (the choice of which is subject to the opponent's uniform). In its first three seasons, Toronto FC's secondary uniform colours were light and dark grey. In the following four seasons,
4988-518: The playoffs. Despite bringing in some high-profile talent, the Reds could not seem to field a consistent side. Dwayne De Rosario became an immediate scoring influence and Amado Guevara was a strong playmaker and established MLS veteran, but the Honduran's future at the Canadian team seemed murky with looming 2010 FIFA World Cup duties. Rookie goalkeeper Stefan Frei quickly replaced Greg Sutton as
5074-458: The removal of Payne, recently appointed MLSE president Tim Leiweke reasoned that there were philosophical differences between them as to how Toronto FC should move forward. Leiweke, who brought David Beckham to the LA Galaxy in early 2007, quickly revealed that he intended to make TFC more competitive with similarly ambitious, blockbuster signings. On September 20, Toronto FC announced that
5160-403: The return away leg 2–1 on April 25, leading to a draw on aggregate, but lost 4–2 in the penalty shootout. Later in the season, on September 19, Toronto FC played against Tigres UANL in the inaugural Campeones Cup , losing the match 3–1 at home. They failed to qualify for the playoffs after a 2–1 home loss against Vancouver on October 6, 2018, with three games left to play in the season. During
5246-804: The return of soccer after its suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic , during the MLS is Back Tournament at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Bay Lake, Florida , Toronto FC reached the round of 16, but they lost 3–1 to New York City FC on July 16, 2020. Following the MLS is Back Tournament, due to Canadian government restrictions relating to the COVID-19 pandemic, Toronto FC played its six regular-season home matches at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Connecticut . On December 1, 2020, Vanney stepped down as head coach and technical director after seven years with
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#17327661587235332-600: The rivalry has intensified and the matches have become a Canadian soccer classic, nicknamed the 401 Derby after Ontario Highway 401 , a freeway that indirectly links the two cities (alongside Quebec Autoroute 20 ). The rivalry is also known as the Canadian Classique. On March 16, 2013, Toronto FC fans set an MLS record for travelling support with 3,200 away fans in Montreal to watch TFC lose 2–1, eclipsing their own record of 2,400 at Columbus Crew in 2008. The 2016 MLS Cup Eastern Conference finals were part of
5418-575: The roster to reflect the U.S. Hall of Fame's plan to play a tough, defensive style. Despite scoring troubles, TFC played well at the start, going undefeated in seven games at one time. The team struggled following the World Cup break . Sensing problems in the locker room and to try to salvage the season, MLSE dismissed both Johnston and Preki on September 14, naming Earl Cochrane interim director of soccer and Nick Dasovic interim coach. The players responded to Dasovic's more open flexible style, but it
5504-401: The season. This era was characterized by introspection within the club, with a focus on developing a cohesive team strategy, fostering a culture of accountability, and leveraging the club's youth talent to build a competitive squad for the future. During this season, young talent such as Kobe Franklin and Deandre Kerr emerged as regular contributors to the team. Toronto FC's 2024 roster saw
5590-612: The south to prevent seagulls from attacking concert-goers since the 1990s. While no official word has come from the club about her status, fans and the media consider her the mascot of the team. The club shares a soccer rivalry with several clubs in the MLS, including the Columbus Crew and CF Montréal . Toronto FC also have a rivalry with the other Canadian team, the Vancouver Whitecaps FC . CF Montréal and Vancouver Whitecaps FC compete with Toronto FC in
5676-507: The start of the 2010 MLS Season . A$ 120 million renovation to the stadium was officially announced September 23, 2014. It included a second tier of seating that added 8,400 seats, raising the capacity of the stadium to 30,991. New suites, washrooms, concourse and a roof were added. Construction began in September 2014 and would be divided into two phases; the completion of the project was set for May 2016. The expansion would accommodate
5762-695: The team capped season tickets at 17,000 for the 2014 season. Toronto FC's recognized supporters' groups are the Red Patch Boys , U-Sector , Kings in the North, Tribal Rhythm Nation and Original 109. On August 23, 2018, Toronto FC permanently terminated Inebriatti's supporter status for a fire they started at TD Place Stadium in Ottawa during their match-up with Toronto FC in the Canadian Championship earlier that year on July 18. Bitchy
5848-575: The team struggled to find consistency and form, culminating in a season of disappointing results that saw Toronto FC languishing near the bottom of the MLS Eastern Conference standings. Injuries marred the team, with new signings Diomande, Alonso Coello , and Raoul Petretta notably requiring longer-term recoveries. The persistent underperformance led to the dismissal of Bob Bradley in June 2023, after managing only one win in eleven games,
5934-451: The team was credited for starting "MLS 2.0" for their embrace of supporters' culture. Lack of on-field success caused frustration among the fanbase, spurring fan protests against ownership. In response, MLSE acknowledged the lack of quality on the on-field product, lowering ticket prices in 2013 to 2007 levels. Following a resurgence of interest in the team due to the major signings of designated players Jermain Defoe and Michael Bradley ,
6020-519: The team won the most games in its history, it failed to reach the playoffs for the eighth consecutive year. After completing only 11 months of his four-year contract with TFC, Defoe joined Premier League club Sunderland on January 16, 2015. On the same day, Toronto received American Jozy Altidore from Sunderland to complete the other half of the player swap. Three days later, the team signed Italian international Sebastian Giovinco from Juventus on an annual salary of $ 7 million. Michael Bradley
6106-421: The team wore white secondary uniforms, whereas in 2014, the secondary uniforms were changed to onyx. As with all MLS teams, the uniforms are produced by Adidas . In 2013 and 2014, a shadow-print maple leaf was featured on Toronto FC's primary jerseys. Since the team's formation in 2007, it has been sponsored by the Bank of Montreal (BMO). The sponsorship was worth $ 1–1.5 million per season, but in 2010,
6192-533: The team's first goal in the 24th minute of a 3–1 home win over the Chicago Fire . Though TFC slipped to the bottom of the MLS standings with a record of 6–17–7 , the team built a foundation as the first Canadian team in MLS. In the club's second season in 2008 , Toronto hosted the 2008 MLS All-Star Game . The club finished last in the Eastern Conference with a record of 9–13–8, but the enthusiastic fan base continued to fill BMO Field to capacity. To determine
6278-427: The team, calling it a "personal family decision". He left as the team's longest-tenured and best-record coach. Chris Armas , the former New York Red Bulls coach, was appointed to the role on January 13, 2021. During the 2021 season, Toronto FC played some of their home games in Exploria Stadium in Orlando, Florida , also home to Orlando City SC . After a poor run in the early season, which reached its nadir with
6364-460: The team. The club secured a 0–0 result away against FC Cincinnati in its first game of the season, with notable performances by Sean Johnson, who secured his 100th MLS shutout, and debutant Flores. Before the 2007 Major League Soccer season , construction was completed on a new stadium at Exhibition Place in Toronto at a cost of $ 62.5 million. On September 20, 2006, MLS's official website announced that BMO Financial Group had purchased
6450-490: The tournament's best player. On July 27 Plata made his Champions League debut against Real Esteli F.C. coming on for Gianluca Zavarise in the 49th minute, Plata led his team to a 2–1 home victory scoring both goals. Plata's success continued in the champions league scoring two goals in a crucial match-up against FC Dallas on October 18 in the final group stage game, with a 3–0 away victory it advanced Toronto to its first ever quarter final appearance. On January 11, 2012
6536-517: The vacant general manager position had been filled by Tim Bezbatchenko . Under Bezbatchenko, Toronto FC made several high-profile moves during the 2013–14 off season. Among the transfers were MLS veterans Justin Morrow and Jackson ; Brasileiro star Gilberto , United States international Michael Bradley of A.S. Roma , and the return of Toronto FC leading goal scorer De Rosario. On January 10, 2014, Tottenham Hotspur announced they had agreed
6622-534: The void left by the recently departed Sebastian Giovinco and compatriot Víctor Vázquez in the creative midfield role. Pozuelo inherited the number ten shirt , which had previously been worn by the Italian. On June 26, 2019, Japanese forward Tsubasa Endoh scored the fastest goal in TFC history, only 29 seconds into the game against Atlanta United FC . After missing the playoffs the previous season, they qualified for
6708-464: The worst loss in club history on July 3, Armas was fired and replaced by interim coach Javier Pérez . Toronto played their first game back at BMO Field on July 17, 2021, against Orlando City SC with 7,000 in attendance. It was the first sporting event in Ontario since COVID-19 restrictions were implemented. On August 9, Pérez was officially named the head coach for the remainder of the season, removing
6794-593: The year with promise, but much like 2010, they floundered after the World Cup break. On August 31, Nelsen was fired by Bezbatchenko a day after a 0–3 defeat to the New England Revolution at BMO field, where Nelsen criticized Bezbatchenko in his post-match press conference for putting the players under needless pressure in the media. The head coaching position was filled by former American international and Chivas USA assistant, Greg Vanney . Although
6880-554: Was a member of the Ecuador Under-20 national team. On May 20, 2011 Plata was given his first senior call-up to the national team and made his debut for against Canada , on June 1, 2011, as a second half sub in a 2–2 away draw, at his club team, Toronto FC 's home field BMO Field . Plata was called up for friendlies against the United States and El Salvador, in the game against El Salvador Plata scored two goals in
6966-525: Was also the venue for a friendly against Liverpool of the English Premier League in July of that year and their only MLS home match in Toronto away from BMO Field, the 2013 home opener against Sporting Kansas City on March 9, 2013, with a then-record Toronto FC home MLS attendance of 25,991. Expansion to the north end that cost $ 2 million, added 1,249 seats and was completed for
7052-424: Was based on two reasons. Firstly, over 40 percent of the online vote supported the simple Toronto FC name during the consultation; secondly, MLSE hoped that the fairly generic name would help the new club earn a more organic nickname from the Toronto fans rather than having one imposed upon the team. The team has been called "TFC" and "the Reds" by the media, the team, and the fans . The "FC" ("Football Club") in
7138-597: Was dubbed by fans and media as the " Miracle in Montreal ". Toronto FC subsequently participated in the 2009–10 CONCACAF Champions League , but lost 1–0 on aggregate to the Puerto Rico Islanders in the preliminary round of the tournament. After failing to qualify on the final day of the 2009 campaign, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment said anything short of a playoff spot in 2010 would be unacceptable. With that directive, former director of soccer Mo Johnston hired Preki and made wholesale changes to
7224-533: Was named as director of soccer. Winter was selected to bring the Ajax culture, possession and 4–3–3 system to Toronto FC. Management made wholesale changes to the roster before and during the 2011 season, trading numerous players and eventually their captain and Toronto native De Rosario. Toronto FC used its remaining two designated player slots on two notable European players, signing Torsten Frings and Danny Koevermans to 2.5-year contracts. The team went on to set
7310-408: Was named team captain in 2015, following the retirement of Steven Caldwell , and would become the longest-serving captain of the club. On September 26, 2015, Giovinco scored and assisted in a 3–2 win over Chicago, putting him on 35 points for the season, breaking Chris Wondolowski 's league record. Giovinco's totals of 22 goals and 16 assists, for 38 total points, made him the first TFC player to win
7396-402: Was not enough as the club was eliminated from playoff contention with three games left in the season. Off-field issues with season-seat holders over the 2011 season ticket package added to the fans' frustrations, forcing MLSE to hold a series of town hall meetings . Toronto FC played Honduran side C.D. Motagua in the preliminary round of the 2010–11 CONCACAF Champions League . TFC won 1–0 in
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