10 Things I Wish Could Happen In 2010
My New Year’s wish list
As 2009 draws to a close, I’ve decided to forego the usual ritual of a New Year’s resolution. I don’t see the point in waiting until tomorrow to do what you can do today, so I’ve never really been into that tradition.
Instead, here is my New Year’s wish list – 10 things that I am hoping to see happen in the world of soccer, both domestically and internationally, in 2010:
1) Montreal to be granted a Major League Soccer franchise.
This might be the worst kept secret in North American soccer, but the Montreal Impact look likely to become the 19th team in MLS. I won’t, however, get too excited about the idea until I see Don Garber shaking hands with Joey Saputo at the official unveiling – hopefully this will happen sometime in 2010.
2) Toronto FC to not only make the playoffs, but actually threaten to win the MLS Cup.
Toronto has the bones of a strong MLS team, but they are lacking in some key areas. They desperately need an MLS all-star calibre central defender, two or more wide players and some more punch up front. If Mo Johnston can make those acquisitions – and new head coach Preki can bring some much needed discipline to the dressing room – I think Toronto can have a breakout year.
3) Vancouver Whitecaps to continue building towards their debut in MLS in 2011 by winning whatever league they end up playing in.
The Whitecaps are building towards their 2011 MLS debut in a measured way, and I like that. I think that they will enjoy tremendous success on the west coast when they join MLS, and they will have a natural rivalry with Seattle and Portland. Until then, Vancouver’s players must focus on having a strong 2010 if they are to make the step up to the MLS along with the franchise.
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