Toronto FC set for BMO Field return after long World Cup absence
Toronto FC returns after a three-month absence and sits six points below the playoff line with 16 matches left, midfielder Richie Laryea said.
- On Saturday, Toronto FC returns to BMO Field to host the New England Revolution as Major League Soccer resumes action after more than three months away.
- FIFA took control of the stadium in May for the World Cup, displacing the team, which now sits 3-7-8 and six points below the playoff cutline with 16 matches remaining.
- Right back Laryea said, "We have a big responsibility here at this club to be able to continue to ignite that," emphasizing the team's need to capitalize on renewed local interest.
- Central defender Walker Zimmerman, in his first season, noted progress over the last four games, saying, "You understand the importance of points at this stage" in the playoff chase.
- Health has improved in recent weeks, and the club bolstered its roster with German midfielder Niklas Dorsch to strengthen the squad for the season's final stretch.
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