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Toronto FC Ends Losing Streak with Resilient Draw Against Vancouver

Sean Johnson's crucial saves and improved defense help Toronto secure a clean sheet as Vancouver struggles to convert chances in challenging conditions.

Toronto FC midfielder Alonso Coello (14) runs with the ball as Vancouver Whitecaps forward Jayden Nelson (7) follows during first half MLS soccer action in Toronto on Saturday, March 29, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Arlyn McAdorey

Overview

  • Toronto FC snapped a four-game losing streak with a scoreless draw against the Vancouver Whitecaps at BMO Field on Saturday.
  • Goalkeeper Sean Johnson made critical saves, including a pivotal 88th-minute stop, to secure Toronto's first clean sheet of the season.
  • Vancouver dominated offensively with 17 shots but failed to score for the first time this season, highlighting inefficiency in front of goal.
  • Both teams dealt with injuries, including Toronto's Deandre Kerr and Vancouver's Andres Cubas, further complicating their lineups.
  • The match, played in freezing rain and low temperatures, marked the start of a demanding five-game stretch in 15 days for Vancouver, including a CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal against Pumas UNAM on April 2.