sarsippius

Hoping the messiah is a gamer and defensive midfielder. The opinions expressed here are my own and don't necessarily reflect those of my employer.

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

All Soccer players are tough. Canadian Soccer players are really, really fucking tough. Now the world knows it. #ismaelkone #canmnt #canadasoccer

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

I know it probably happens everywhere… but maybe I don’t. The beauty of #Toronto… in one field in Scarborough on any given summer night, we have Soccer, Baseball, Track, and Cricket. I love this City.

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

All this. Couldn’t have said it better. I am learning now that this whole event is, when it’s at it’s best, is more about unity of humans through Football, and in Canada we proved we can do it and be equal and part. FIFA doesn’t get to administer that part.

[Mike Newell @footballsaves]

Fuck FIFA.

But if I can put that aside for a moment. What I saw today was why the World Cup matters, and why it needs to be accessible to people. Bosnian fans beside Canadian fans, both supporting their team but with mutual respect. The true spirit of football on display (1/2)

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

@vancityvideoguy @MLS I genuinely don’t understand. I’m trying to assume some positive intent… but at a time when you’d think that @MLSPR and the official @MLS - which represents two nations, one which is Canada, should be celebrating unity, inclusion and another milestone they helped forge…

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

So much joy. You know we complained about all of the traffic… the cost… but man. I’ve not had a feeling like that in such a long time as a Canadian - sincerely connected to the world through football. Welcome everyone to Toronto - we’re happy you’re here. #FIFAWorldCup #CANMNT

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

Hey @TTChelps - why have 2 eastbound line 2 trains just gone through a completely packed station here at Bloor? Guys… the Jays just let out and there’s all sorts of events ending - it’s BUSY. The trains are clearly running - why can’t we get on? What gives?

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

For all of the recent frustrations, I can’t help but wonder where the #CMNT is without Toronto FC having come in to being. MLS is Canada for that matter. For all the highs and lows, it’s been nothing short of amazing to watch all 3 grow together. #tfclive

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

Bravo @ChicagoFire - this is exactly what supporters need. You seeing this @torontofc ? #tfclive https://t.co/lkgv6gCWmb

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

I’m reminded that a stocked pantry makes a better cake. Great to see Sargent back, Gomis and Corbeanu. We have some serious danger to deal when healthy. IMO getting out without any lower body injuries would be a win in spirit. #tfclive

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

The decisioning last night didn’t go TFC’s way (arguably poor ref’ing)… what I’m finding telling is how quickly #tfclive supporters can get tribal if we have at least *1* common “enemy”. Will that “enemy” cover bad behaviour? Who do we blame next week?

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

I for one am not disappointed in the team tonight, just the result. Lots of players making a great account of themselves - Gilman looking sharp IMO. #TFCLive

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

I think the breaking news for most #tfclive supporters this week is how really, really… like a lot… Wingo has been paid for such limited contribution, and how the opposite holds true for Henry.

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

Up and down weekend for #tfclive. Nut bars like myself are up in arms for all the usual reasons… but the bigger concern for MLSE should be apathy for our local club when there’s no star power. Glad to see BMO sold out today, and I hope beer sales made up for a few things.

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

@JeffreyPNesker It’ll sell, and they know it. It’s a Messi souvenir IMO, not one for #tfclive . Feels more than a bit tone deaf given where we are right now, and I’m not agreeing with it, but they would’ve been planning these for months.

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

Whatever #tfclive do next, I would argue that they really, really need to examine “base” issues. Ex: What causes all these injuries? What are fans really disagreeing with that we can control and also advocate to change? And… how do we stop looking and sounding so apathetic?

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

Is asking for Fraser to be let go the right thing to do? Maybe. That won’t fix what ails this club, IMO. For me he’s the steering wheel on a broken engine. Systemically #tfclive feels busted, and hasn’t been “right” since Leiweke and Tim Bez were in charge.

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

#tfclive not getting that fans are in their limbic brain right now. We’re emotional, angry, feeling under valued and not listened to. I don’t think it’s right to yell at youngsters who bravely faced supporters last night - that should Pelley and Hernandez at this stage.

[sarsippius @sarsippius]

Dafuq #tfclive? This new rule needs to be amended to have “no dynamic pricing after the initial sale of tickets” clause if we’re going to be really fair about it. Rich getting richer… makes no sense that @MLSELIVE can get away with this but SSH can’t.

[Brad Humber @djcuse]

The answer? Yes.. yes they did #TFClive

[Brad Humber @djcuse]

The answer? Yes.. yes they did #TFClive