Good morning,
With each passing week of this young Major League Soccer season, we are closer to Toronto FC’s return to BMO Field and the re-opening of the stadium after the first phase of renovations. We’re now just one month away from what will be a historic home opener!
As we have shared with you over the past year, the renovations of BMO Field will deliver a world-class facility for Toronto FC and its fans. BMO Field will always be, first and foremost, a soccer facility and the additional seats, more spacious concourses, extra amenities, a larger HD scoreboard, new lighting and sound system and the addition of a canopy next year in phase two will make BMO Field one of the top stadiums in Major League Soccer and give Toronto FC, and Canadian Soccer, a spirited home-field advantage.
This summer will also feature additional events that reinforce BMO Field’s standing as a premier soccer venue. On May 27, Toronto FC will host a friendly match against legendary English Premier League club Manchester City FC, led by Argentine international Sergio Agüero, Spanish international David Silva, captain and Belgian international Vincent Kompany, and England’s starting goalkeeper Joe Hart. We also look forward to welcoming the Canadian Men's National Team for a 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match.
As a city-owned facility, the purpose of the renovations has been to enhance the soccer experience at BMO Field, for both the team and its fans, while improving the stadium’s ability to host other events. With more than $120 Million invested in the project, including a long-term commitment to a grass field that will include $1 million for a reinforced turf system, BMO Field will be a world-class soccer stadium and a multi-purpose venue that will attract major events and continue to improve Toronto’s standing as one of the top sports and entertainment markets in the world.
This summer promises to be one of the most memorable in club history, with a sold out BMO Field cheering on a TFC team focused on the playoffs and it all starts May 10 as Toronto FC faces Houston Dynamo in our home opener. We look forward to seeing you then and thank you for your continued support.
Yours truly,
Tim Leiweke