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Toronto FC goalkeeper Alex Bono working his way through a tough season

The last line of Toronto FC’s defence, goalkeeper Alex Bono has taken a beating this year.

Defending is an 11-man responsibility so there is plenty of blame to share when your team is on pace for a franchise-worst 66 goals-against. But when you’re the one constantly picking the ball out of the net, it takes a toll.

Toronto FC goalkeeper Alex Bono stops a shot on goal during the first half of an MLS soccer match against Sporting Kansas City in Kansas City, Kan., July 7.
Toronto FC goalkeeper Alex Bono stops a shot on goal during the first half of an MLS soccer match against Sporting Kansas City in Kansas City, Kan., July 7.

The 24-year-old Bono had 10 shutouts during Toronto’s 2017 championship season, giving up a goal every 80 minutes during the regular season.