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MAY 22, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Takes shot in loss Akinola subbed into Wednesday's match against FC Cincinnati in the 64th minute, and he took a shot on target in the 2-0 defeat.

Impact Akinola appeared off the bench for the second consecutive game as he continues working his way back to full fitness after tearing his ACL last July. He should get another run out Sunday against Vancouver.

MAY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jimenez and Toronto host Cincinnati

Jesus Jimenez leads Toronto into a matchup with Cincinnati after scoring two goals against New York City FC

APRIL 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

TFC's Akinola looking forward to return TORONTO - An unused substitute in Toronto FC's last two games, forward Ayo Akinola is still waiting for liftoff.It's been a long road back f...

APRIL 27, 2022 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM

Castellanos leads New York City FC against Toronto

Valentin Castellanos leads New York City FC into a matchup with Toronto following a four-goal showing against Real Salt Lake

APRIL 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On bench against Philadelphia Akinola (knee) was an unused substitute in Saturday's defeat against Austin FC.

Impact Akinola was in Toronto's match day squad for the first time in more than nine months Saturday after recovering from a torn ACL he suffered in July 2021. He will hope to continue his progress to full fitness and break back into the starting lineup.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union take shutout streak into matchup with Toronto

The Philadelphia Union come into a matchup against Toronto after securing four straight shutout wins

APRIL 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hopeful to return in April Akinola (knee) is targeting a return by the end of the month, according to John Molinaro of TFC Republic.

Impact Akinola has been out for nine months since tearing his ACL in the Gold Cup in July 2021, but he is on his way back and will hope to rejoin the squad soon. New signing Jesus Jimenez has been playing well at center forward this season, so it's possible Akinola goes out to the wing when he's finally fit.

APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake faces Toronto in non-conference play

Real Salt Lake and Toronto square off in non-conference action

APRIL 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still out Akinola (knee) is still a long way from returning, Toronto manager Bob Bradley said Thursday.

Impact Akinola hasn't played since tearing his ACL in the Gold Cup last summer, and there is still no timetable for his return. Jesus Jimenez has started all five of Toronto's MLS games this season up front.

APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto hosts New York City FC in conference action

Toronto and New York City FC hit the pitch in Eastern Conference action

APRIL 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Toronto hosts D.C. United in Eastern Conference play

Toronto takes on D.C

MARCH 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Zelarrayan leads the Columbus Crew against Toronto

Lucas Zelarrayan leads the Columbus Crew into a matchup with Toronto after scoring two goals against the San Jose Earthquakes

MARCH 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Toronto hosts the New York Red Bulls in conference matchup

MARCH 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dallas hosts Toronto for season opener

Dallas plays Toronto at home in the season opener

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On track with recovery Akinola (torn ACL) claims he's "not too far" from returning to the pitch, according to an interview with the Canadian Press on Feb 9.

Impact Akinola has been training with the team during the preseason but isn't expected to return until April or May at the earliest. Following the timeline from a torn ACL suffered in July of 2021, it would make sense to be conservative with a prognosis, even if he's actively traveling with the team.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

TFC's Akinola says his recovery is going well Young Toronto FC striker Ayo Akinola says he is "not too far" from returning to action from surgery last August to repair an anterior crucia...

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM

Ayo Akinola signs new deal with Toronto FC Toronto FC has signed forward Ayo Akinola to a new contract that runs through 2024 with an option for 2025.Akinola's deal is part of the Maj...

JANUARY 20, 2022 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM

'HONOURED AND HAPPY': Brampton forward Ayo Akinola signs new long-term deal with TFC Brampton forward Ayo Akinola celebrated his 22nd birthday on Thursday by signing with Toronto FC for at least three more seasons.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Toronto FC sign forward Ayo Akinola through 2024 season Akinola, 22, joined the club in December 2017 as a homegrown player. His 2021 season was shortened due to an ACL injury.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Toronto FC re-sign forward Ayo Akinola to U22 Initiative deal ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Re-signed Toronto FC have re-signed homegrown forward Ayo Akinola as part of MLS’ U22 Initiative, the club announce...

JANUARY 20, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Re-signs with Toronto Akinola has signed a three-year contract with Toronto FC with the option to extend for an additional year, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Akinola's previous contract option had been declined when Toronto's roster decisions were released a few weeks ago, but the 22-year-old has re-signed a new deal with the club through 2024 at least. He only scored three times in 11 MLS appearances last season before suffering an ACL injury during the Gold Cup in July, and he will want to come back fully fit and even stronger this year.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

DC United visits Toronto FC on 3-game road slide

DC United enters a matchup against Toronto FC after losing three straight road games

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Toronto FC visits Atlanta United FC in conference action

Atlanta United FC hosts Toronto FC in a conference matchup

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Philadelphia Union play Toronto FC in conference matchup

The Philadelphia Union visit Toronto FC in the Eastern Conference

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS