Toronto FC has complained to Major League Soccer over the fan abuse directed at star forward Jozy Altidore in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinal at Red Bull Arena.
Altidore and captain Michael Bradley have been targeted by boo-birds ever since the failed U.S. World Cup qualifying campaign.
But Altidore says one opposition fan went too far, questioning his patriotism and religion.
Raised as a Jehovah’s Witness, Altidore abstains from saluting flags on religious grounds. Rather than put his hand on his heart, he stands with his hands behind his back during the U.S. anthem.