Toronto FC renews rivalry with Montreal, looks to silence Saputo Stadium supporters
TORONTO — The giant North Star Bell has rung 29 times in league play this season, marking every goal by the Montreal Impact at Saputo Stadium.
But the big bell in Section 114, installed by the 1642 MTL supporters’ club, has been quiet when Toronto FC visits. Toronto won 2-0 in Montreal on April 23 in MLS play and drew 0-0 there in Amway Canadian Championship Cup play on June 8.
“I don’t know what it sounds like,” goalkeeper Clint Irwin said with a smile. “I plan on not hearing what it sounds like.”
Toronto (13-9-10) visits Montreal (11-10-11) on Sunday in a game that sees both teams looking to consolidate their playoff position.