The claret and cobalt thoroughly dominated possession against the invaders from the north last night in a 2-1 victory at Rio Tinto. The reds managed a few quality strikes and had it not been for the most prolific penalty kick stopper in MLS, and some help from the woodwork, it could've been disastrous for the home side. Nick kept us well in the match in the first half with a full stretch save on a quality header from Nane, who easily beat Russell to the cross. In the 2nd, a gift from the frame kept us ahead in the match. But I digress, let's give credit where credit is due. The boys played an impressive game, and the scoreline does not do justice to the possession and myriad of chances that were created.
Saborio continues to find his form and settle comfortably into his side and the MLS style of play. I, as I'm sure many of RSL fans, am salivating over the future brilliance and buckets of goals this young man may yet score this season. His situational awareness and positioning give us the aerial threat up top that we've been lacking. We can only hope that the time they have on the training pitch will make Findley and Sabo one of the most prolific attacking tandems in the league.
Collen Warner also continues to impress as the first year player seems to have all the confidence as a 10 year veteran in our midfield. Though not a thoroughly developed scoring threat he tested Stefan Frei on at least one occasion and seemed to be comfortable with his partners in the middle. I like the fight in this young man, and his speed and quickness (yes, there's a difference) are tremendous asset to the counter attack possibilities.
And then there's Andy...what can you say about the aging veteran who has turned back the clock at least 10 years this season. We all marvel at his touch on the ball, but the goals like last nights curler into the top corner that should serve notice to all that he's not back, he never left. Fan favorite, class, and technical wizardry to boot!
MOTM....hard to say in my eyes. Solid performances from everyone (especially Nat who was hard done by the unfortunate bounce and call) but if forced to pick...#77. For the goal, surely, but more than that, his control in tight spaces and threading the ball into dangerous areas kept Toronto on their heals for most of the match.
The weather was poor, but we were well rewarded and the boys reminded all of us in attendance why we brave the elements. Here's to better weather on Mother's Day eve and to three more points from the Union!
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