In no sport is the home-field advantage more important than in Major League Soccer where, in 2017, the visitors won only 76 and tied 90 of 374 games played. In other words, the Impact should have an advantage Saturday afternoon when they launch their home schedule at Olympic Stadium against Toronto. I’m very careful (not) to say (after) the travel and play (Toronto) will be tired. “We’re not thinking about Toronto … who’s injured or who’s coming or who’s playing. Sometimes it’s for you, sometimes it’s against.”And, after surrendering the first goal in both games, Garde can only wonder ruefully what might transpire should Montreal score first on Saturday.

Source: National Post March 15, 2018 20:26 UTC