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Toronto FC can shake off MLS history and head to Azteca with confidence

Toronto FC didn't celebrate after moving past Tigres in the quarterfinals, so it was no surprise the MLS club was low-key after its 3-1 first-leg victory over Club America on Tuesday.

For one, it's not appropriate to celebrate after a first leg when there are still 90 more minutes to play. The history, though, also has to play a part. For MLS teams, team getting a result then heading to Mexico for a second leg has been reason for panic, not celebration. Sure, you got a win, but good luck now.

Actually, it hasn't even been that optimistic.