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| Full name | Toronto Football Club | |||
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| Nickname(s) | The Reds | |||
| Short name | TFC | |||
| Founded | October 27, 2005 | |||
| Stadium | BMO Field Toronto, Ontario |
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| Investor-operator | Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment | |||
| President | Vacant | |||
| General Manager | Jason Hernandez | |||
| Coach | Robin Fraser | |||
| League | Major League Soccer | |||
| 2024 | Eastern Conference: 11th Overall: 22nd Playoffs: Did not qualify |
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Toronto Football Club, often called Toronto FC or TFC, is a professional soccer team from Toronto, Canada. They play in Major League Soccer (MLS) as part of the Eastern Conference. Their home games are at BMO Field, which is located near Toronto's shoreline. Toronto FC joined MLS in 2007, becoming the first Canadian team in the league.
The team is run by Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE). This company also manages other sports teams in Toronto. These include the Toronto Maple Leafs (hockey), Toronto Raptors (basketball), and Toronto Argonauts (Canadian football). MLSE also runs Toronto FC II, which is a team for younger players.
In 2017, Toronto FC had an amazing year. They won the MLS Cup, the Supporters' Shield, and the Canadian Championship. This made them the only MLS club to win all three in one season. They have won the Canadian Championship eight times. They were also finalists in the 2018 CONCACAF Champions League and the MLS Cup in 2016 and 2019.
The club is one of the most valuable in Major League Soccer. It also has one of the highest player payrolls in the league.
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Team History
How Toronto FC Started
MLS decided to give Toronto a team in 2005. Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) paid $10 million for the team. The team's name was announced on May 11, 2006.
Fans helped choose the name through an online vote. Options included "Toronto Northmen" and "Toronto Reds." Over 40 percent of people voted for "Toronto FC." MLSE hoped this simple name would let fans create their own nicknames. Fans and media often call the team "TFC" or "the Reds." "FC" stands for "Football Club," a common name for soccer teams in Europe.
Early Years (2007–2010)
Toronto FC quickly gained a lot of fan support. Their first win happened on May 12, 2007, at BMO Field. Danny Dichio scored the team's first goal in a 3–1 win against the Chicago Fire. Even though TFC finished last in MLS in 2007, they built a strong fan base.
In 2008, Toronto hosted the 2008 MLS All-Star Game. The team finished last in their conference again. However, fans continued to fill BMO Field. Toronto FC also played in the first 2008 Canadian Championship to decide Canada's team for the CONCACAF Champions League. The Montreal Impact won that year.
In 2009, TFC missed the playoffs by just one point. They brought in talented players like Dwayne De Rosario and Amado Guevara. Rookie goalkeeper Stefan Frei quickly became a fan favorite. The team struggled to score late in games and gave up many goals.
In the 2009 Canadian Championship, Toronto FC needed to win by four goals against the Montreal Impact. They won 6–1, with De Rosario scoring three goals. This amazing win was called the "Miracle in Montreal" by fans. TFC then played in the 2009–10 CONCACAF Champions League but lost in the first round.
After missing the playoffs in 2009, MLSE wanted a playoff spot in 2010. They hired Preki as coach and changed many players. TFC started well, going seven games without a loss. But they struggled after the World Cup break. The team changed coaches again, but it wasn't enough to reach the playoffs.
Toronto FC played in the 2010–11 CONCACAF Champions League again. They won their first group stage match against Mexican team Cruz Azul. However, they did not make it to the next round.
Winning Cups, Missing Playoffs (2011–2014)
In 2011, MLSE hired Jürgen Klinsmann to help improve the team. He recommended Aron Winter as the new head coach. Winter wanted to bring a new playing style to Toronto FC. The team made many changes to its roster, including trading their captain, De Rosario.
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Toronto FC signed two famous European players, Torsten Frings and Danny Koevermans. Even with new players, TFC missed the MLS playoffs for the fifth year in a row. However, they did well in the 2011–12 CONCACAF Champions League. They beat LA Galaxy to reach the semi-finals, a first for a Canadian team. They lost to Mexican team Santos Laguna.
On June 7, 2012, Aron Winter resigned after the team lost nine games in a row. This was an MLS record for the worst start to a season. Paul Mariner took over as coach, but the team continued to struggle. Toronto FC also won their fourth straight Canadian Championship that year. They finished the 2012 MLS season in last place.
In 2013, Kevin Payne became the new general manager. Ryan Nelsen was hired as head coach. Payne signed Matías Laba, a young designated player. However, Payne was fired in September. Tim Leiweke, the MLSE president, wanted to make TFC more competitive. Tim Bezbatchenko became the new general manager.
Under Bezbatchenko, Toronto FC made big player moves. They signed US international Michael Bradley and Brazilian star Gilberto. They also brought back De Rosario. In 2014, they signed England international Jermain Defoe for a large fee. These moves meant Laba had to be traded to another team. Brazilian national team goalkeeper Júlio César also joined on loan.
The team started 2014 with high hopes but struggled after the World Cup. Nelsen was fired in August, and Greg Vanney became the new head coach. Even though TFC won the most games in its history, they missed the playoffs for the eighth year. Defoe left the team in January 2015. Toronto received American player Jozy Altidore in return. A few days later, they signed Italian international Sebastian Giovinco.
Becoming Top Contenders (2015–2017)
Michael Bradley became team captain in 2015. On September 26, 2015, Giovinco broke the league record for most points in a season. He finished with 22 goals and 16 assists, winning the MLS Golden Boot and MLS MVP. He was the first TFC player to win these awards. Toronto FC made the playoffs for the first time in club history.
They were eliminated in the first round of the 2015 MLS Cup Playoffs by their rivals, the Montreal Impact.
On June 29, 2016, Toronto FC won their fifth Canadian Championship. Giovinco became TFC's all-time leading scorer in July 2016. In October 2016, TFC made the playoffs for the second year. They won their first-ever playoff game against the Philadelphia Union. They then beat New York City FC to reach the Eastern Conference finals. Toronto FC beat Montreal Impact in an exciting series to become the first Canadian team to reach the MLS Cup Final. On December 10, Toronto lost the final at home to Seattle Sounders FC in a penalty shootout.
On June 27, 2017, Toronto FC won their sixth Canadian Championship. On September 30, Toronto FC won their first Supporters' Shield. This meant they finished with the most points in the league that season. They were the first Canadian team to win the Supporters' Shield. On October 22, Toronto FC set a new MLS regular season points record with 69 points. On November 29, 2017, Toronto FC won the Eastern Conference finals again. On December 9, 2017, Toronto FC defeated Seattle 2–0 in the MLS Cup. This made Toronto FC the first MLS team to win a "domestic treble" (three major trophies in one season). They were also the first Canadian team to win the MLS Cup.
After the MLS Cup Win (2018–Present)
Toronto FC started the 2018 season well in the 2018 CONCACAF Champions League. They beat the Colorado Rapids and then a strong Mexican team, Tigres UANL. TFC reached the semi-finals for the second time in their history. They then advanced to the finals for the first time, beating Club América. In the final, they lost to Guadalajara in a penalty shootout. Later in 2018, TFC lost the first Campeones Cup to Tigres UANL. They did not make the MLS playoffs that year.
In January 2019, Ali Curtis became the new general manager. Sebastian Giovinco left the club to play in Saudi Arabia.
On March 4, 2019, Spanish player Alejandro Pozuelo joined Toronto FC. He took over Giovinco's role in the midfield. On June 26, 2019, Tsubasa Endoh scored the fastest goal in TFC history, just 29 seconds into a game. After missing the playoffs in 2018, they qualified for the 2019 Playoffs. Toronto FC reached the final again, facing Seattle Sounders for the third time. Seattle won the final 3–1.
On February 7, 2020, Toronto FC signed Argentine player Pablo Piatti. Michael Bradley signed a new contract and remained captain.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, soccer was paused. When it returned, Toronto FC played in the MLS is Back Tournament. They reached the round of 16 but lost to New York City FC. Because of travel restrictions, Toronto FC played their home games in the US for the rest of the 2020 season.
On December 1, 2020, Vanney stepped down as head coach. He was the team's longest-serving and most successful coach. Chris Armas became the new coach in January 2021.
In 2021, Toronto FC played some home games in Orlando, Florida. After a very poor start, Armas was fired in July. Javier Pérez became the interim coach. Toronto played their first game back at BMO Field on July 17, 2021. It was the first major sports event in Ontario since COVID-19 rules began. Pérez was named head coach for the rest of the season. Toronto FC finished second-last. In November 2021, Curtis left. Bob Bradley (Michael Bradley's father) was announced as the new head coach and sporting director.
2022: New Italian Players
On January 8, 2022, Italian international Lorenzo Insigne signed with Toronto FC. He joined on July 1. Toronto FC also signed Italian defender Domenico Criscito and Italian midfielder Federico Bernardeschi. Both Insigne and Bernardeschi joined as "designated players," meaning their salaries are higher than the league's usual limit. Canadian players Doneil Henry, Mark-Anthony Kaye, and Richie Laryea also joined.
The team made more changes before the 2022–2023 season. They added American player Matt Hedges and Norwegian player Adama Diomande. Victor Vazquez also returned. Jason Hernandez became the general manager of Toronto FC.
2023: Difficult Season and Changes
The 2023 season was very tough for Toronto FC. Even with Insigne and Bernardeschi, the team struggled to play consistently. They finished near the bottom of the MLS Eastern Conference. Many players, like Diomande, Alonso Coello, and Raoul Petretta, had long-term injuries.
Because of the team's poor performance, Bob Bradley was fired in June 2023. He had only won one game out of eleven. This showed how much trouble the club was in. There were also reports of problems between players and management. Terry Dunfield became the interim head coach. John Herdman was later named the new long-term head coach. During this season, young players like Kobe Franklin and Deandre Kerr started playing regularly.
2024–Present: Building for the Future
For the 2024 season, Jonathan Osorio was named club captain. Insigne and Bernardeschi stayed with the team. Richie Laryea returned to the club. Other new players included Kevin Long, Deybi Flores, Matty Longstaff, and Nicksoen Gomis.
The club started the 2024 season with a 0–0 tie against FC Cincinnati. Sean Johnson had his 100th MLS shutout in that game. TFC had a good start, winning three of their next four games. By late May, they had already matched their total points from the entire 2023 season. Fans hoped the team would make the playoffs. However, the team struggled in the second half of the season. They missed the playoffs by just three points.
Home Stadium
BMO Field was built for $62.5 million before the 2007 Major League Soccer season. On September 20, 2006, BMO Financial Group bought the rights to name the stadium. It is the biggest soccer-specific stadium in Canada. The City of Toronto owns it, but MLSE runs it.
At first, BMO Field had artificial turf, which wore out quickly. MLSE agreed to replace it with natural grass for the 2010 MLS Season. They also added a heating and drainage system.
In March 2012, TFC played its first game at the Rogers Centre. This large stadium is usually home to the Toronto Blue Jays. TFC played the LA Galaxy there in a Champions League game. The Rogers Centre also hosted a friendly match against Liverpool in July 2012. It was also the venue for TFC's 2013 home opener, which had a record attendance for a TFC MLS game at the time.
Stadium Expansion
The stadium was expanded in 2010, adding 1,249 seats. A $120 million renovation was announced on September 23, 2014. This added a second level of seating, bringing the capacity to 30,991. New suites, washrooms, and a roof were also added. The work finished in May 2016. The expansion also made the stadium suitable for Canadian football. The Toronto Argonauts moved to BMO Field in 2016.
Stadiums During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Because of Canadian government rules about travel, Toronto FC played their home games in the US. In 2020, they played at Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford, Connecticut. In 2021, they played some home games at Exploria Stadium in Orlando, Florida. This stadium is also home to Orlando City SC.
Club Culture
Fan Support
In its early years, Toronto FC's fans were known for their strong support. They sold out the first three seasons. The team was seen as a model for how MLS teams should connect with fans. However, when the team didn't win much, fans became frustrated. They even protested against the team's owners. MLSE responded by lowering ticket prices.
After signing big players like Jermain Defoe and Michael Bradley, interest in the team grew again. The team limited season tickets to 17,000 for the 2014 season.
Toronto FC has several recognized fan groups. These include the Red Patch Boys, U-Sector, Kings in the North, Tribal Rhythm Nation, and Original 109. In 2018, one fan group, Inebriatti, had their supporter status permanently removed. This was because they started a fire at a stadium during a game.
Team Mascot
Bitchy the Hawk is a female Harris's hawk that works at BMO Field. Her job is to keep seagulls away from the field. She has been working there since BMO Field opened in 2007. She also works at the Budweiser Stage nearby. Fans and the media consider her the team's unofficial mascot.
Team Rivalries
Toronto FC has rivalries with several other MLS clubs. These include the Columbus Crew and CF Montréal. They also have a rivalry with the other Canadian team, the Vancouver Whitecaps FC. These three Canadian teams compete for the Canadian Championship.
CF Montréal
CF Montréal (formerly Montreal Impact) is Toronto FC's biggest rival. This rivalry grew strong during the Canadian Championship before Montreal joined MLS in 2012. The two cities are close, and their hockey teams also have a long-standing rivalry. This makes their soccer matches very competitive. The rivalry is often called the 401 Derby or the Canadian Classique.
In March 2013, Toronto FC fans set an MLS record for away support. About 3,200 TFC fans traveled to Montreal for a game.
The 2016 MLS Cup Eastern Conference finals were part of this rivalry. Toronto FC won that series.
Columbus Crew
Columbus Crew and Toronto FC compete for the Trillium Cup every year since 2008. This rivalry was created, but it has become quite intense. The trophy is named after the white trillium flower, which is the official flower of both Ontario and Ohio.
In March 2009, about 1,700 Toronto FC fans traveled to Columbus. Some altercations happened between fan groups after the game. Security and police had to step in.
The 2017 MLS Cup Eastern Conference finals were also part of the Trillium Cup rivalry. Toronto FC won that series.
Team Colors and Sponsors
Toronto FC's main color is red. Black, grey, dark grey, and white are secondary colors.
The main uniform is red with different shades of red stripes. It has black sleeves with red trim. The away uniform is white with red and blue stripes. All uniforms are made by Adidas. In 2013 and 2014, a subtle maple leaf design was on the red jerseys.
Since 2007, the team has been sponsored by the Bank of Montreal (BMO). This sponsorship was extended for another ten years in 2016.
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Team Ownership
Toronto FC is owned and operated by Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE). MLSE also owns other major sports teams in Toronto. These include the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Raptors (NBA), and Toronto Argonauts (CFL). They also own the reserve teams for these clubs.
MLSE is also involved in real estate and property. They own the Scotiabank Arena in downtown Toronto. The company is owned by Larry Tanenbaum and two large media companies, Rogers Communications and Bell Media. These companies also own Canada's main English-language sports TV channels. Rogers announced in late 2024 that it plans to buy Bell's share in MLSE.
Players and Staff
Current Roster
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Current Staff
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| President | Vacant |
| General manager |  Jason Hernandez |
| Technical director |  Sean Rubio |
| Coaching Staff | |
| Head coach | Robin Fraser |
| Assistant coach |  Steven Beitashour |
| Assistant coach |  Neil Emblen |
| Assistant coach |  Wolde Harris |
| Goalkeeper coach |  Simon Eaddy |
| Video coach | Jase Kim |
| Scouting & Analytics coach | Alex Dodgshon |
| Director of Performance |  Dr. César Meylan |
| Performance Analyst |  Peter Galindo |
Head Coaches Over Time
| Coach | Nation | Time as Coach | Record | |||||
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| Mo Johnston |  Scotland |
August 22, 2006 – February 1, 2008 | 30 | 6 | 17 | 7 | 20.00 | |
| John Carver | England |
February 1, 2008 – April 25, 2009 | 36 | 11 | 15 | 10 | 30.56 | |
| Chris Cummins (interim) | England |
April 29, 2009 – October 24, 2009 | 31 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 38.71 | |
| Preki | United States |
November 19, 2009 – September 14, 2010 | 32 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 34.38 | |
| Nick Dasovic (interim) | Canada |
September 14, 2010 – January 6, 2011 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 30.00 | |
| Aron Winter |  Netherlands |
January 6, 2011 – June 7, 2012 | 64 | 18 | 25 | 21 | 28.13 | |
| Paul Mariner | England |
June 7, 2012 – January 7, 2013 | 28 | 6 | 14 | 8 | 21.43 | |
| Ryan Nelsen | New Zealand |
January 7, 2013 – August 31, 2014 | 64 | 17 | 29 | 18 | 26.56 | |
| Greg Vanney | United States |
August 31, 2014 – December 1, 2020 | 250 | 112 | 82 | 56 | 44.80 | |
| Chris Armas | United States |
January 13, 2021 – July 4, 2021 | 15 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 13.33 | |
| Javier Pérez |  Spain |
July 4, 2021 – November 23, 2021 | 26 | 7 | 11 | 8 | 26.92 | |
| Bob Bradley | United States |
November 24, 2021 – June 26, 2023 | 59 | 14 | 26 | 19 | 23.73 | |
| Terry Dunfield (interim) | Canada |
June 26, 2023 – October 7, 2023 | 15 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 6.67 | |
| John Herdman | England |
October 8, 2023 – November 29, 2024 | 44 | 16 | 22 | 6 | 36.36 | |
| Robin Fraser | United States |
January 10, 2025 – present | 24 | 5 | 12 | 7 | 20.83 | |
1. Includes league, playoff, Canadian Championship, CONCACAF Champions League, Campeones Cup, Leagues Cup, and MLS is Back Tournament games.
2. John Herdman was named head coach effective October 1, 2023. However, Terry Dunfield continued to coach the team through October 7.
General Managers Over Time
| Name | Nation | Time as Manager |
| Mo Johnston | Scotland |
2008–2010 |
| Earl Cochrane (interim) | Canada |
2010–2011 |
| Kevin Payne | United States |
2012–2013 |
| Tim Bezbatchenko | United States |
2013–2019 |
| Ali Curtis | United States |
2019–2021 |
| Bob Bradley | United States |
2021–2023 |
| Jason Hernandez | United States |
2023–present |
Youth Development
Toronto FC II
Toronto FC II is the farm team for Toronto FC. It was started in November 2014. Toronto FC II plays in the USL League One, which is the third level of soccer in the US and Canada. This team helps young players move from the Academy to the main team. They started playing in March 2015. Their home stadium was the Ontario Soccer Centre in Vaughan. Jason Bent was their first head coach.
For the 2018 season, TFC II played home games at BMO Field and Lamport Stadium. In 2019, they moved to USL League One and played at the BMO Training Ground. After the 2021 season, TFC II joined MLS Next Pro.
TFC Academy
The TFC Academy is Toronto FC's youth development system. It was started in 2008. The academy has many teams for different age groups, from under 12 to under 20. Since 2020, the older academy team (called Toronto FC III) plays in the MLS Next.
In June 2012, the TFC academy moved to its new practice facility, the BMO Training Ground. This facility cost $21 million to build. It has seven soccer fields, including three grass fields and four artificial turf fields. Two of the turf fields can be covered for year-round use. The facility also has areas for the main team, a gym, kitchen, and offices.
TFC Juniors
The Toronto FC Juniors program is part of the youth academy. It holds soccer camps in different areas around Ontario. These camps help Toronto FC find new talented players.
TFC Regional Partners
TFC Academy works with local youth clubs in other Ontario cities. These clubs re-brand themselves under the TFC name. Examples include Windsor TFC, London TFC, and Ottawa TFC. These partnerships help develop young soccer players across the province.
Team Structure
| Team | Level | Type | League | Head Coach | Assistant Coach(es) | Goalkeeper Coach |
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| Toronto FC | Senior Team | Professional | Major League Soccer | John Herdman | Terry Dunfield, Jason de Vos, & Eric Tenllado | Simon Eaddy |
| Toronto FC II | Reserve Team | Professional | MLS Next Pro | Gianni Cimini | Marco Casalinuovo | David Monsalve |
| Toronto FC Academy (U19) | Academy | Academy | League1 Ontario – Championship | Dino Lopez | Dejan Jakovic | Paolo Ceccarelli |
| Toronto FC U17 | Academy | Academy | MLS Next | Terry Dunfield | Taylor Lord | David Ennis |
| Toronto FC U16 | Academy | Academy | Ontario Player Development League | Marcus Laquie | Taylor Lord | David Ennis |
| Toronto FC U15 | Academy | Academy | MLS Next | Arman Mohammadi | Taylor Lord | Lauren Kadet |
| Toronto FC U14 | Academy | Academy | Ontario Player Development League | Nemanja Jovanovic | Taylor Lord | Lauren Kadet |
| TFC Juniors | Pre-Academy | Youth | Regional Camps | Multiple coaches throughout regional camps. | ||
| Affiliated Team | League | Club or Parent Team | League |
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| Windsor TFC | Ontario Player Development League | Windsor City FC | League1 Ontario – Championship |
| London TFC | Ontario Player Development League | FC London | League1 Ontario – Championship |
| Hamilton TFC | Ontario Player Development League | Hamilton United | League1 Ontario – Premier |
| DeRo TFC | Ontario Player Development League | None | None |
| Kitchener TFC | Western Regional Soccer League | Kitchener Soccer Club | None |
| Ottawa TFC | Ontario Carleton Soccer League | None | None |
Broadcasting Games
Since the 2023 season, all live Toronto FC MLS matches are streamed on MLS Season Pass. This is part of a special deal with Apple Inc.. Games are available with English, French, and Spanish commentary. Some matches are also shown on TV in English by TSN and in French by RDS. Since 2019, Canadian Championship matches are broadcast by OneSoccer.
From 2017 to 2022, all of Toronto FC's MLS matches were shown on TSN. Before 2017, games were split between TSN and Sportsnet. Radio broadcasts are shared between TSN 1050 and Sportsnet 590.
In the team's first season in 2007, games were broadcast by CBC Sports, Sportsnet, and The Score. CBC showed games from 2007 to 2010.
Team Achievements
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| MLS Cup | 1 | 2017 |
| Supporters' Shield | 1 | 2017 |
| Eastern Conference (Playoff) | 3 | 2016, 2017, 2019 |
| Canadian Championship | 8 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020 |
Team Records
Year-by-Year Performance
Here is a list of Toronto FC's performance in recent seasons. For a full history, see List of Toronto FC seasons.
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| 2020 | MLS | 1 | 23 | 13 | 5 | 5 | 33 | 26 | +7 | 44 | 1.91 | 2nd | 2nd | R1 | W | Leagues Cup
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| 2021 | MLS | 34 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 39 | 66 | –27 | 28 | 0.82 | 13th | 26th | Did Not Qualify | RU | CONCACAF Champions League | QF | 8,799 | Jozy Altidore
Jonathan Osorio |
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| 2022 | MLS | 34 | 9 | 18 | 7 | 47 | 66 | −17 | 34 | 1 | 13th | 27th | RU | Did Not Qualify | 25,423 | Jesús Jiménez
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| 2023 | MLS | 34 | 4 | 20 | 10 | 26 | 59 | −33 | 22 | 0.65 | 15th | 29th | QF | Leagues Cup | GS | 25,310 |  Federico Bernardeschi
Lorenzo Insigne
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| 2024 | MLS | 34 | 11 | 19 | 4 | 40 | 61 | −21 | 37 | 1.09 | 11th | 22nd | RU | Leagues Cup | Ro32 | 25,681 |  Prince Owusu |
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1. Average attendance includes statistics from league matches only.
2. Top goalscorer(s) includes all goals scored in League, MLS Cup playoffs, Canadian Championship, Leagues Cup, MLS is Back Tournament, CONCACAF Champions Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, and other competitive continental matches.
International Competitions
Toronto FC has played in the CONCACAF Champions League seven times. They reached the final once, in 2018.
- Scores and results list Toronto's goal tally first.
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Individual Awards
MLS MVP
| Player | Season |
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| Sebastian Giovinco |
2015 |
| Alejandro Pozuelo |
2020 |
MLS Golden Boot
| Player | Season | Goals |
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| Sebastian Giovinco |
2015 | 22 |
MLS Rookie of the Year
| Player | Season |
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| Maurice Edu |
2007 |
MLS Newcomer of the Year
| Player | Season |
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| Sebastian Giovinco |
2015 |
MLS Coach of the Year
| Coach | Season |
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| Greg Vanney |
2017 |
CONCACAF Coach of the Year
| Coach | Year |
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| Greg Vanney |
2017 |
MLS Cup MVP
| Player | Season |
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| Jozy Altidore |
2017 |
CONCACAF Champions League Golden Ball
| Player | Season |
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| Sebastian Giovinco |
2018 |
CONCACAF Champions League Golden Boot
| Player | Season |
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| Jonathan Osorio |
2018 |
Attendance Numbers
- Average attendance
| Season | Regular Season |
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| 2007 | 20,134 |
| 2008 | 20,108 |
| 2009 | 20,344 |
| 2010 | 20,453 |
| 2011 | 20,267 |
| 2012 | 18,681 |
| 2013 | 18,131 |
| 2014 | 22,086 |
| 2015 | 23,451 |
| 2016 | 26,583 |
| 2017 | 27,647 |
| 2018 | 26,628 |
| 2019 | 25,048 |
| 2020 | 13,783 |
| 2021 | 7,898 |
| 2022 | 25,423 |
| 2023 | 25,310 |
Attendance for Toronto FC dropped in 2012 and 2013 because the team wasn't winning much. However, attendance bounced back in 2014 and later years. This was largely due to big player signings like Michael Bradley, Jermain Defoe, and Sebastian Giovinco.
The largest crowd for a Toronto FC game at their home stadium, BMO Field, was on December 10, 2016. They hosted Seattle Sounders FC in the 2016 MLS Cup Final with 36,045 fans. The stadium was made bigger for that game. The highest overall attendance for a home game was on March 7, 2012. They played the Los Angeles Galaxy in the 2011–12 CONCACAF Champions League at the Rogers Centre with 47,658 people.
See also
In Spanish: Toronto Football Club para niños
- Canadian Championship
- Canada men's national soccer team
- Canadian Soccer Association
