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The calm before the storm. My view from the press box at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale ahead of tonight’s #CanMNT vs. Venezuela match. (Taken at 7PM)

Here’s what you need to know about Tuesday's contest between Canada and Venezuela at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale (8:30 p.m. ET/TSN & OneSoccer). #CanMNT

Headed to Florida to cover #CanMNT’s match vs Venezuela. Really looking forward to this weather.

The broadcast booth here in Ottawa.

My mom’s observation is that the snow makes Tommy Wheeldon, Jr. look like a Christmas caroler. I can see it!

I don’t know how well it’s coming across on TV. But the amount of snow on the pitch at TD Place here in Ottawa is quite something.

In Robin Fraser’s first year in charge, Toronto posted a 6-14-14 record and collected 32 points as it finished 12th in the East in 2025. That’s actually worse than 2024 when TFC was 11th in the East with an 11-19-4 record and 37 points under John Herdman. #TFCLive

Rather than raise the level, the Canadians maintained the status quo en route to losing consecutive matches for the first time since 2024 prior to Stoney’s appointment in January. #CanWNT

After three and a half months off, the Canadian women's team returns to action during October's FIFA international window with a pair of high-profile games against European opponents. #CanWNT

Thoughts on SJ at #TFCLive: - Doesn't necessarily mean he won't return. Reds could still sign him to a cheaper deal. - He's coming off his best year for TFC. - If not re-signed, he'll be a free agent. Do they really let him walk away for nothing in return? #TFCLive

Full analysis to come as the day progresses. #TFCLive

In this one-on-one interview with TFC Republic, Stoney reflects on her time in charge thus far, the challenges she's issued to her players and Canada Soccer, and much more. #CanWNT

My full recap of today's year-end media session from #TFCLive with lots of news and tidbits. It's also out from behind the TFC Republic paywall so it's free for everyone to read! This will give you an idea of the in-depth coverage that subscribers get. #TFCLive

Let's look at the 16 players who could leave Toronto FC this off-season and evaluate whether the club should pick up their contract options (or sign them on a permanent basis) or allow them to walk away. #TFCLive

"It's a really important win and performance for us at home. The fans here, they've experienced really dark days until 2015, and they've experienced unbelievable highs up to 2019, 2020, and they've suffered for a number of years," coach Robin Fraser said. #TFCLive

Instead of finishing things on a sour note, TFC deviated from the script and put forth one of its best efforts of the campaign by carving out an impressive 4-2 win over playoff-bound Orlando City before at BMO Field. Here's what's in store over the next week for TFC and TFC Republic. #TFCLive

Final #TFCLive game of the season for me to cover from the comfort of seat #12.

Some random thoughts I had on Toronto FC ahead of its regular season finale against Orlando City at BMO Field on Saturday (6:00 p.m. ET/Apple TV) #TFCLive

Toronto FC is now winless in 11 games following last week's road loss against Los Angeles FC, and has one final chance to close out the campaign on a positive note in this weekend's season finale. #TFCLive

Canada showed why it has climbed to No. 26 in the FIFA world rankings (its highest ever position) by going toe-to-toe with the South American heavyweight, who is ranked No. 13. #CanMNT

My view from the press box at Sports Illustrated Stadium in New Jersey for tonight’s #CanMNT vs Colombia match.

Toronto FC's regular season draws to a close when it hosts Orlando City on Saturday (6:00 p.m. ET/Apple TV). Toronto is coming off a 2-0 loss away to LAFC last week, a game that further highlighted the team's toothless attack, which has been the team's main problem all year. #TFCLive

Stoney on Monday released her 24-player roster for October's international window that will see Canada play a pair of high-profile European friendlies, and included in her roster is Hunter, a 17-year-old forward who has taken the NSL by storm.

In this one-on-one interview with TFC Republic, Crépeau discusses his battle with St. Clair to become Canada's starter next summer on home soil, coming back from a broken leg that ruled him out of the 2022 World Cup, and much more. #CanMNT

Toronto FC coach Robin Fraser confirmed on Tuesday that veteran defender Kevin Long is expected to sit out the final two matches of the MLS season as he continues to be sidelined by a hamstring injury. #TFCLive

TFC Republic spoke to fellow Toronto FC beat reporter James Grossi, who also operates the Unattached FC website, about the club's performance vs. Chicago, what Djordje Mihailovic has meant to the club since his arrival, and more. #TFCLive

A win by TFC 2 away to New York Red Bulls 2, coached by Michael Bradley, would have secured the club its second playoff berth in club history. Instead, the Young Reds came up short in a 2-1 loss. #TFCLive

AFC Toronto’s Olivia Chisholm is going to the FIFA U-17 World Cup. Canadian coach Jen Herst announced her 21-player World Cup roster on Thursday, and making the cut was Chisholm, a 16-year-old midfielder who recently made her pro debut for AFC Toronto in the Northern Super League.

Born in Montreal, Vilsaint played two and a half seasons for CF Montreal before being traded to Toronto in August as part of the Matty Longstaff deal. So far, so good from Vilsaint who is looking to contribute even more for the Reds after toiling away at CF Montreal. #TFCLive

TFC more than held their own against Lionel Messi and Inter Miami by recording a come-from-behind 1-1 draw on Saturday before an announced crowd of 28,855 at BMO Field. Now, here's a glimpse of what to expect at TFC Republic in the coming days. #TFCLive

Thus far, Mihailovic has proven to be a solid addition to TFC's roster, giving the team some attacking impetus with his sublime playmaking skills while simultaneously helping out on the defensive side. #TFCLive

Kevin Long has been a workhorse for Toronto FC this year. Long, who turned 35 last month, has logged 1,889 minutes (fourth most among outfield players on TFC) across 24 MLS appearances, which includes 23 starts, while playing with a slew of defensive partners. #TFCLive

After back-to-back road games, Toronto FC returns home to host Lionel Messi and Inter Miami on Saturday (4:30 p.m. ET/TSN & Apple TV). Here are four stories to watch from Toronto FC this week. #TFCLive

TFC Republic spoke to fellow Toronto FC beat reporter James Grossi, who also operates the Unattached FC website, about the club's performance in Ohio, the goalkeeping situation, and more. #TFCLive

My view from the press box here at Lower.com Field for tonight’s #TFCLive vs Columbus Crew match.

Toronto FC will be shooting for its first win in over two months when it visits the Columbus Crew on Saturday (7:30 p.m. ET/Apple TV). Here are some news and notes from Thursday's practice at the BMO Training Ground. #TFCLive

In this one-on-one interview with TFC Republic, Kapor talks about his experience as a teenager in MLS NEXT Pro, his career aspirations, and much more.

TFC Republic's reader mailbag column is where I answer questions from subscribers about Toronto FC and Canadian soccer in general. Find the latest Q&A inside:

Richie Laryea hasn’t let a pair of major injuries within a 13-month span slow him down in the least, and both club and country are now benefitting from him rediscovering his top form. #TFCLive | #CanMNT

After a draw in New England over the weekend, Toronto FC remains on the road when it faces the Columbus Crew on Saturday (7:30 p.m. ET/Apple TV). Here are four stories to watch from Toronto FC this week: #TFCLive

TFC Republic spoke to fellow Toronto FC beat reporter James Grossi, who also operates the Unattached FC website, about the club's playoff elimination, Luka Gavran and Lazar Stefanovic earning rare starts, and more. #TFCLive

This newsletter will look at what's in store over the coming days for Toronto FC, and what to expect at TFC Republic. Note: I will be at Lower.com Field in Columbus to cover Saturday's game, so be sure to visit TFC Republic all weekend in order to check out our special on-site coverage. #TFCLive

#TFCLive eliminated from playoff race after 5th straight draw A 1-1 stalemate vs. New England Revolution on Saturday officially knocked Toronto FC out of playoff contention. My match report for TFC Republic (updated with quotes from Fraser & Gavran)

After four consecutive draws, Toronto FC looks to win its first game since mid-July when it visits the New England Revolution on Saturday (7:30 p.m./TSN & Apple TV). TFC Republic spoke with Sam Lattof of The Blazing Musket about Saturday's match, New England's season so far, and much more.

After some time off, Toronto FC returns to action when it visits the New England Revolution on Saturday (7:30 p.m. ET/TSN & Apple TV). Here are some news and notes from Thursday's practice at the BMO Training Ground. #TFCLive

After cruising to its first win over a European nation in 14 years, the Canadian men’s team was made to suffer and work for it before coming out on top on Tuesday. #CanMNT

Casey Stoney issued the challenge, and Canada Soccer listened. The sport’s governing body in this country announced on Tuesday that the Canadian women’s team will face Switzerland in an international friendly on Oct. 24 at the Swissporarena in Lucerne. #CanWNT

The TFC youth academy graduate has done so well in Charlotte that he's earned his first call-up with the Canadian men’s team since 2021. If all goes well, Marshall-Rutty could earn his first cap vs. Wales in Tuesday’s friendly in Swansea. #TFCLive | #CanMNT

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