ST. JOHN’S, Canada— Following in the footsteps of Greg Vanney was always going to be a tall task for new Toronto FC manager Chris Armas.
Add in the complications of a COVID impacted preseason all while trying to implement a virtually brand new playing system and the challenge becomes that little bit greater.
There’s plenty of clear tactical tweaks when you start to contrast Armas’ TFC with the Vanney era Reds that had so much success as a possession-based side, but pressing is perhaps the most obvious facet that stands out through four competitive matches played.