John Herdman eyes opportunity to develop, build Toronto FC back into a winner | CBC Sports

John Herdman feels his past experiences make him the ideal manager for Toronto FC.

Herdman was formally introduced as Toronto FC’s new head coach at a news conference today. He will take on the new role starting Oct. 1.

The 48-year-old Englishman stepped down from his post as the bench boss for the Canadian senior men’s national team to take over at the Major League Soccer club.

He says one of his biggest motivations for joining last-place TFC is the chance to develop a new group in a club setting.

Herdman also says he needs to evaluate the team and aims to build a winning culture.

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Longtime soccer coach John Herdman says he wants to bring Toronto FC back to its glory

John Herdman spoke to media on Tuesday after being introduced as head coach of Major League Soccer club Toronto FC. He said his mission is to “reinvigorate” the team and “bring it back to win.” He will assume coaching responsibilities as of October 1.