For the sixth time already this season in just 11 MLS matches, Toronto FC conceded in the opening 15 minutes against FC Dallas. It would stand as the only goal in Friday’s 1-0 loss, one of the more demoralizing in a year already filled with tough losses.
Coach Greg Vanney couldn’t even bring himself to explain why he thinks Toronto is giving up early goals after the match, saying only that it has to change immediately.
One of the ways Toronto FC will look to combat this as they head into a crucial stretch of games leading up to July 1 against five Eastern Conference opponents is an increased focus on defending.