RAOUL PETRETTA NEWS

Among substitutes Saturday Petretta (hip) is on the bench during Saturday's season finale against Miami.

Impact Petretta was a doubt in the buildup to the match after picking up a knock in mid week. The defender has been a regular starter for Toronto this season, but settles for a role on the bench to begin Saturday's season finale.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Petretta (hip) is questionable for Saturday's game against Inter Miami, head coach John Herdman told John Molinaro of TFC Republic.

Impact The left-back has been a regular for Toronto this season after appearing in 26 games (25 as a starter) throughout the campaign. He's expected to be a game-time call for Saturday, and if he doesn't feature, then Aime Mabika could step into a potential replacement at center-back.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Petretta has served his suspension and is eligible for Saturday's match against D.C. United.

Impact Petretta is no longer suspended, having cleared his ban after sitting out Saturday's 1-0 win against Houston. He should return to the starting XI in their next contest now that he is fit, starting in 20 of his 21 appearances this campaign.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Petretta registered two tackles (one won), two clearances and four interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 win over CF Montreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th minute.

Impact Pettretta is set to serve a suspension after the Leagues Cup break after picking up his fifth yellow card in 17 matches. He enters the break starting 20 times in 21 appearances, scoring once with three assists, well totaling 27 tackles, 23 interceptions and 34 clearances.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Toronto to clean sheet Petretta blocked a shot, made four interceptions, two tackles (winning one) and two clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Montreal.

Impact Petretta was a part of the Toronto back three that kept a clean sheet Saturday, leading Toronto in blocks and interceptions. The defender has combined for three tackles, five interceptions and four clearances over his last three starts playing in various positions for Toronto.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on lone goal in loss Petretta assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss against Orlando City SC. In addition, he was giv...

Impact Petretta picked up his third assist in five appearances as he headed a pass to Derrick Etienne Jr, who opened the scoring in the fifth minute of play. It marked the third time in a five-game span that Petretta accounted for two chances created, while he also registered a tackle won for a fourth consecutive outing.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Another assist Petretta assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 loss against Chicago Fire.

Impact Petretta registered an assist for the second consecutive game as he set up Lorenzo Insigne for a shot from the left side of the box in the 44th minute of play. It marked the second consecutive game that Petretta accounted for at least two chances created, while he also completed a season-high 62 passes despite the loss.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Petretta assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 102nd m...

Impact Petretta gained his first assist of the season Saturday, finding Federico Bernardeschi in the 33rd minute for the club's second goal of the contest. This gave Petretta his second goal contribution of the campaign, also having scored a goal five games ago. He has only missed one start when available this season, as his versatility of being able to play in the defense or the midfield should keep him as a regular starter for the reamainder of the season.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal off bench Petretta scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to New York City FC.

Impact Petretta has been dealing with an ankle injury, keeping him on the bench during Saturday's loss. He was able to score once, which was also his first goal of the season. When fit, the midfielder is a regular starter for the team, starting seven times in eight appearances.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Petretta (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with NYC FC.

Impact Petretta is back on the bench for Saturday's clash after overcoming an ankle injury. The injury looked bad but initial tests were positive and it appears the defender is back already. His first chance to get back in the starting XI will be a Wednesday trip to Nashville.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Injury not as severe as expected Petretta suffered an ankle injury in Saturday's 3-1 win over FC Dallas, but manager John Herdman confirmed the injury isn't as severe as initially though, John Molinaro of TFC Repu...

Impact It's unclear whether this means Petretta will be available to face New York City FC on Saturday, but nonetheless, this is a positive outcome after the defender left last week's game just 17 minutes into the first half. If Petretta is forced to miss time, then Aime Mabika could be in line to see extra minutes on the defensive line.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Petretta was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Dallas with an injury.

Impact Petretta left the match in the 16th minute following a challenge from Petar Musa. The extent of Petretta's injury should be available in the buildup to Saturday's match against NYCFC.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Handed start Petretta (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Charlotte.

Impact Petretta was left in individual training throughout the week but is now back in the starting XI. The defender gets the start on the left flank, sending Kobe Franklin to the bench. Petretta started all three matches before going down with the injury.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Training alone Petretta (groin) is training on the side along ahead of Saturday's trip to Charlotte, reports John Molinaro of the TFC Republic.

Impact At this rate, Petretta is not expected to be an option Saturday as he continues to be held off from team training with a groin injury. He had already missed the last four matches and is in line to miss another one. The midfielder had started three games in the three appearances prior to his injury, recording five clearances and four interceptions.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Held out due to groin issues Petretta was held out from Saturday's match against New York City FC due to a groin injury, per John Molinaro of TFC Republic.

Impact Peretta is the latest player from Toronto to hit the injury list, as he went down with a groin injury last week ahead of Saturday's contest. The club has yet to give much information about the injury, so it is still unknown how severe the issue is or when he will return. We will now have to wait to see his availability ahead of Saturday's match against Atalanta, just hoping the player is available, as he started in the club's first three games of the season. However, if he is not an option, expect Sigurd Rosted to get the start again after replacing Peretta against NYCFC.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in win Petretta had one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over New England Revolution.

Impact Petretta created a chance and wasn't a major defensive liability Sunday. Petretta improving to be a passable option at left-back isn't a high bar, he was dreadful in 2023 and really couldn't get much worse. While he hasn't been a world beater to open 2024 he's been better, which should be a nice boost out wide in Toronto.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Top choice in debut season Petretta finished his first season in Toronto with one assist in 24 appearances (22 starts).

Impact Petretta was the top choice from the minute he touched down in Toronto, putting together a solid all-around showing. The defender was solid throughout the season only really missing time due to the injury. Petretta should eb the top option at left-back in 2024, though a squad overhaul could change that.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Appears off bench before break Petretta (back) came off the bench and played 26 minutes during a 3-0 loss against the Red Bulls on Oct. 7.

Impact The left-back missed just two games but should be in contention to play on the left flank against Orlando City on Saturday in the regular-season finale.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will travel to New Jersey Petretta (back) will be a game-time call for Saturday's game against the Red Bulls, head coach Terry Dunfield told John Molinaro of TFC Republic on Friday.

Impact Dunfield told media that Petretta will travel with the group, but it remains to be seen whether he's ready to play. Cristian Gutierrez is expected to start at left-back if Petretta is not prepared to feature yet.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for Wednesday Petretta (back) is set to be unavailable for Wednesday's match against Charlotte, according to manager Terry Dunfield per John Molinaro of TFC Republic.

Impact Petretta will miss his second match in a row with a back injury. Themi Antonoglou is expected to start again during his absence.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Cincinnati Petretta (back) is out for Saturday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact Toronto will be extremely depleted for this weekend's contest, and the loss of Petretta would generate a huge void on the left side of the defense. Cristian Gutierrez is an option, but Themi Antonoglou also has experience playing on the left side of the defense. Petretta's next chance to play will come against Charlotte next Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Petretta has served his one-match suspension for a red card and is eligible for Wednesday's match against the Philadelphia Union.

Impact Petretta is set to return to left back for Wednesday's match following his suspension. He's started his previous five league games in a row, completing 17 tackles (11 won) and 14 crosses (three accurate).

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Issued red card Petretta recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus CF Montreal. He picked up a red card and was sent off in the 77th minute.

Impact Petretta was shown a straight red card and will miss Saturday's match against Colombus. He has got the start at left back the last five matches, totaling 17 tackles and seven interceptions in that span. With Cristian Gutierrez (lower body) also still injured, this means that Kobe Franklin could see the start again at left back in his absence.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Petretta made two clearances, an interception and created three chances in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Real Salt Lake. He also won four of five tackles in the match.

Impact Petretta performed well on both sides of the ball from left-back on Saturday in his return from an illness. Richie Laryea's future with Toronto is unclear as his loan from Nottingham Forest expires while the player is away at the Gold Cup, so Petretta might fully take over the starting job at the position.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Salt Lake Petretta (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake.

Impact Petretta is in the starting XI after being taken off the injury report. He missed one match with the minor illness but is fully fit and available once more and is back in the starting XI.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE