Daniel Squizzato

soccer

Supporters Groups Tread a Thin Line Between Fanaticism and Hooliganism

Toronto FC supporter group Inebriatti learned this lesson the hard way, leading to their status being revoked by the Major League Soccer club.
Daniel Squizzato
8.24.18
soccer

What Alphonso Davies' Transfer Says About the State of Soccer in Canada

Davies is a homegrown product and his move to Bayern Munich is proof that young Canadian stars can finally receive adequate development at home before leaving for greener pastures.
Daniel Squizzato
7.26.18
The 2018 FIFA World Cup

The Biggest Myths Busted During the Group Stage of the World Cup

After a thrilling two weeks, we've learned that a bunch of early-tournament narratives have turned out to be false as we head into the knockout stage.
Daniel Squizzato
6.28.18
The 2018 FIFA World Cup

Video Review Has Made the World Cup Better

Video review has avoided doing what many feared it would do: create more problems than it solved. So far, the addition of VAR (video assistant referees) has been a good thing.
Daniel Squizzato
6.22.18
The 2018 FIFA World Cup

Which Country You Should Cheer for in the World Cup

If your country didn't qualify, here's a handy guide to decide which bandwagon you should jump on.
Daniel Squizzato
6.14.18
soccer

Let the Commissioner of Canada's New Soccer League Sell You on It

David Clanachan, the first-ever commish of the Canadian Premier League, spoke to us about his visions for the CPL, which is scheduled to debut in April 2019.
Daniel Squizzato
1.22.18
soccer

John Herdman and the Risky Game Canada Soccer Is Playing

Herdman leaving Canada's successful women's program for the men's squad is a bizarre move that could backfire for both teams.
Daniel Squizzato
1.12.18
MLS

Chapter 1 of TFC's Roller-Coaster Story Ends in Glory, but What Comes Next?

TFC went from perennial joke to champion, cementing their spot in a crowded sports city with the best season in MLS history. This could be the beginning of something special.
Daniel Squizzato
12.11.17
soccer

Canada's Men’s National Team Is Finally Playing an Exciting Brand of Soccer

With a new system in place, Canada has become a fun team to watch under coach Octavio Zambrano at the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Daniel Squizzato
7.19.17
soccer

These Soccer Fanatics Are Ready for Launch of Canadian Premier League

We spoke to the rapidly-growing supporters' groups across Canada about their enthusiasm for the country's newest soccer league.
Daniel Squizzato
6.29.17
soccer

The Do's and Don'ts the Canadian Premier League Should Follow

We have some ideas on how Canada's yet-to-launch pro soccer league can become a success.
Daniel Squizzato
5.31.17
soccer

CPL Is the Soccer League Canada Needed

The new Canadian Premier League could be instrumental in further developing homegrown soccer talent.
Daniel Squizzato
5.17.17
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