VICTOR VAZQUEZ NEWS

Among substitutes on Sunday Vazquez is fit and in the match day squad to face New York City on Sunday.

Impact Vazquez returns from an undisclosed injury picked up in mid week to take up a role on the bench Sunday. Wednesday's match was Vazquez's first start since March after dealing with a foot injury most of the season.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns questionable tag Vazquez (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's trip to NYC FC, according to the Toronto injury report.

Impact Vazquez picked up an injury during a mid-week clash with Miami and will need to pass a late fitness test Saturday. Brandon Servania is ruled out, so if at all possible Vazquez could be relied upon to take a significant role in the center of the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Sunday Vazquez (foot) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Montreal.

Impact Vazquez is back with the team after sitting out the last four and a half months with a foot injury. He will likely remain a bench option for the time being until he gets back to form.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Chicago Vazquez (foot) is out for Saturday's clash with Chicago, according to the Toronto injury report.

Impact Vazquez is out Saturday, as he continues to deal with a foot injury. The midfielder has made four appearances in 2023 and has been sidelined for over three months. Vazquez's next chance to return is after the international break.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in individual training Vazquez (foot) was able to do individual work in training with Toronto FC on Friday, TFC Republic's John Molinaro reports.

Impact Vazquez has been sidelined for almost three months with a foot injury he underwent surgery for in May, but he took a step forward in his recovery as he was able to get some individual work done in training this week.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for months following surgery Vazquez has undergone a foot operation and is expected to miss "a few months" while recovering, Toronto manager Bob Bradley told John Molinaro of TFC Republic on Friday.

Impact Vazquez has already been limited to just four MLS appearances (one start) this season, mostly due to this foot injury which he's just had surgery for. He is now set for a spell on the sidelines that might last through the summer.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Meeting with doctor in Barcelona Vazquez is currently consulting with a doctor in Barcelona about a foot injury he's dealing with, Toronto manager Bob Bradley told TFC Republic's John Molinaro on Friday.

Impact Vazquez has missed his side's last three MLS matches with this injury, and the fact that he's seeing a specialist might mean he is set to miss at least a few more.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against New York City Vazquez (lower body) missed training with Toronto FC on Thursday and according to the injury report will not be available to face NYCFC this weekend.

Impact Vazquez was able to train in some capacity last week, but it seems he has suffered a setback in his recovery from a lower body injury and has now been ruled out for a fourth consecutive MLS game on Saturday.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Vazquez (lower body) was back training with Toronto FC on Wednesday, according to team reporter Michael Singh.

Impact Vazquez has missed his side's last two games with a lower body injury, but he returned to training this week and could be back in the squad to face Philadelphia on Saturday. He has come off the bench in three of his four MLS appearances this season.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Vazquez (lower body) is out for Saturday's clash with Atlanta, according to the Toronto injury report.

Impact Vazquez will be on the sideline for the second straight match with a lower body injury. The extent of the injury is unclear, though even when fit Vazquez was playing a minor role, making one start during four appearances in the opening six matches.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing in draw Vazquez generated one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 0-0 draw against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Vazquez could not do much during the match to help them earn three points on the road before subbing off in the 73rd minute. That was his first start in the season after two games coming off bench. He missed the first two in the season dealing with an injury in the ribs, though.

MARCH 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in loss Vazquez (illness) subbed into Saturday's match against the Crew in the 73rd minute, making two clearances, an interception and creating a chance in the 1-1 draw.

Impact Vazquez recovered from an illness and a rib injury to make his season debut for Toronto on Saturday. The 36-year-old is likely to be an impact substitute option more often than a starter this season in midfield.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Vazquez is questionable for Saturday's clash against the Crew due to a non-COVID illness, according to Toronto's injury report.

Impact Vazquez is yet to make his season debut as he's just recovered from a rib injury, and he's now uncertain for this weekend's Columbus game as he's contracted an illness. He was in full training with Toronto on Friday, according to TFC Republic's John Molinaro.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Vazquez (ribs) was doing individual work in training with Toronto FC on Tuesday, TFC Republic's John Molinaro reports.

Impact Vazquez missed last weekend's season-opening loss to D.C. United in his first game back with Toronto due to a rib injury. His next opportunity to return will be against Atlanta United this weekend.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Veteran midfielder Victor Vazquez to miss Toronto FC season opener with rib injury Toronto FC will be without veteran attacking midfielder Victor Vazquez for Saturday’s MLS season opener at D.C. United.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • THESTAR.COM

Ruled out for season opener Vazquez will miss Saturday's clash against D.C. United with a rib injury he suffered in preseason, Toronto manager Bob Bradley told the Toronto Sun's Steve Buffery on Thursday.

Impact Vazquez is set to be a handy and experienced backup option in Toronto's midfield this campaign after leaving the Galaxy as a free agent last winter, but he will be sidelined at least for the season opener due to a rib injury.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Toronto Vazquez signed with Toronto on a one-year deal with an option for 2024, the club announced.

Impact Vazquez signed with Toronto immediately after being released by LA Galaxy. The midfielder has enjoyed a long career with Toronto, where he has produced some magical seasons. Now a veteran depth option Vazquez will hope to provide some creativity to a strong Toronto attack.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores another goal in draw Vazquez scored a goal and created a chance in Friday's 3-3 draw against the Sounders. He also made two clearances in the match.

Impact Whether Vazquez's strike against Seattle was an intentional shot or just a misplaced cross, it was still his second goal in as many games. He was replaced by Riqui Puig around the hour mark Friday and that is likely a change that will be made for the starting lineup sooner rather than later.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Vancouver Vazquez scored a goal and created two chances in Saturday's 5-2 victory against the Whitecaps.

Impact Vazquez scored from a long, curling effort on Saturday after missing a game with a lower body injury. He was pushed up alongside Chicharito into the front-two against Vancouver, but the 35-year-old will probably be coming off the bench more often than not for the rest of the season.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Vancouver Vazquez (lower body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Vancouver.

Impact Vazquez missed a Saturday match with Sporting KC last time out but is right back in the starting XI against Vancouver. The midfielder has been a consistent choice off the bench but this start is somewhat rare for Vazquez this season.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Kansas City Vazquez is listed as out with a lower body injury in Los Angeles' injury report for Saturday's clash against Sporting KC.

Impact Vazquez featured in all six of the Galaxy's MLS matches in June, but he started only one of them. He is now set to miss Saturday's game with this injury.

AUGUST 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in victory Vazquez recorded an assist and created two chances during Sunday's 2-0 win over Atlanta.

Impact Vazquez delivered a late pass in the 96th minute to give L.A. Galaxy a two goal lead. With only four starts in his past ten matches, Vazquez hasn't been a top priority in the starting XI. However, with his recent two assists in his last four matches, Vazquez is likely to land himself more minutes in the upcoming games.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in loss Vazquez subbed into Friday's match against LAFC in the 69th minute and he assisted a goal in the 3-2 defeat.

Impact Vazquez created five chances in just his 25 minutes or so on the pitch against LAFC, and his cross set up a Rayan Raveloson goal for his first assist of the season. But if manager Greg Vanney persists with a 4-4-2 formation, it seems like Vazquez's attacking midfield role would be relegated to impact substitute appearances off the bench.

JULY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Features in cup match Vazquez (undisclosed) subbed into Tuesday's U.S. Open Cup match against Sacramento Republic FC in the 59th minute and he took a shot in the 2-1 defeat.

Impact Vazquez went down with an apparent injury in the first half of Saturday's MLS draw with Portland, but he recovered to play around half an hour on Wednesday. He should be fit and available for selection in Saturday's clash against the Earthquakes.

JUNE 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off early Vazquez had two shots (two on goal) before coming off in the 32nd minute in Saturday's 1-1 tie versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Vazquez came off after just 32 minutes looking thoroughly out of it. It's unclear if it was an injury or simply just age catching up to the 35-year old, but he looked well off the pace and unable to keep up with a quick Portland defense. Dejan joveljic replaced him for the remainder of the match, scoring LA Galaxy's only goal. Vazquez is uncertain for Saturday's trip to San Jose and is likely dealing with a knock, though it could be something more serious.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE