2. Laryea an option
24-year-old Canadian Richie Laryea proved to be a viable candidate for a spot in Vanney’s starting XI going forward with Sunday night’s performance.
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The right-back turned right-winger started brightly with a determined run in the 12th minute. His strength, agility, and persistence enabled him to terrorize the Earthquake’s left side until he retreated to his natural position after Jay Chapman was substituted for an injury-stricken Auro in the 73rd minute.
Laryea’s bent run into the space created by Altidore for his first MLS goal was excellent and he Laryea had his share of notable moments in the attacking phase during this match, the most impressive of which occurred when he put San Jose left-back Nick Lima on his backside with a Cruyff turn in the 59th minute.
Laryea is now a feasible starting option on the right wing moving forward. Toronto have been an overly centralised team so far this season, exceptionally dependent on the Bradley-Pozuelo-Altidore spine. Perhaps Laryea can provide a nice wide foil to the strong attacking spine.