3 High expectations for Toronto FC ahead of the 2025 MLS season

• Robin Fraser aims to establish a clear team identity.
• Lorenzo Insigne and Federico Bernardeschi expected to lead.
• Playoff qualification remains the primary objective.
3 High expectations for Toronto FC ahead of the 2025 MLS season
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1. Playoff Qualification: The Ultimate Goal

Above all, the main priority for Toronto FC this season is to return to the MLS Cup Playoffs. After years of disappointment, the team is determined to finish among the top eight in the Eastern Conference and secure a postseason spot.

Fans still remember the golden era of 2017, when Toronto FC won every competition they entered. While winning the MLS Cup in 2025 remains a dream, a playoff appearance would be a significant step forward in Fraser’s project. If the team can build momentum, anything is possible, and Toronto FC could once again become a serious contender in MLS.