Much of a stuttering season’s tribulations were forgotten last night as Montreal Impact’s newest star illuminated Stade Saputo, and the North Star Bell rang out renewed hope for post-season soccer.
The return of Piatti cannot be understated either. It’s allowed others, most notably Saphir Taider, to play their more accustomed roles and all of a sudden the Impact looked a more balanced, cohesive unit, that looks like scoring goals. What a difference a couple of talented players can make.
But what of the debut of Lassi Lappalainen? Has there ever been a better one in a Montreal Impact shirt?