Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
Can Reds flip CCL final script?
Toronto FC will visit CONCACAF Champions League foe Chivas de Guadalajara on Wednesday night with the mission of overturning a 2-1 first leg deficit (9:30 pm ET; TSN in Canada | UniMás, UDN, go90.com in the US). Reds head coach Greg Vanney is crossing his fingers that lead playmaker Victor Vazquez can return from injury to play a part in their championship tie rally attempt. READ MORE | PREVIEW | WARSHAW: TFC CAN STILL WIN
Giovinco waiting on new deal
While we're on the topic of the Reds, star man Sebastian Giovinco is getting a little antsy over contract extension talks with the club. The 31-year-old is eager to stay at the BMO beyond the 2019 expiration date on his current deal. READ MORE
Atlanta's got the power
There's a new penthouse dweller in our MLSsoccer.com Power Rankings, with Atlanta United leapfrogging New York City FC into the top spot. Seattle made the biggest climb of the week by rising four spots, while both the LA Galaxy and Toronto FC fell as many. READ MORE
Loons lose Finlay for the season
Minnesota United's attack has taken another severe hit, as winger Ethan Finlay is likely out for the year with a torn ACL in his right knee. The Loons were already missing Kevin Molino, who suffered the same setback in his left knee last month. READ MORE
Acosta, Gonzalez back in FCD training
The fitness news is much better for FC Dallas, who have seen training returns from midfielder Kellyn Acosta and goalkeeper Jesse Gonzalez this week. The club is hoping that Acosta can get back in the game with a sub shift against NYCFC this weekend. READ MORE
Union vote of confidence for Curtin
Philadelphia exec Earnie Stewart has thrown his support behind head coach Jim Curtin. Since opening the season with a win, the Union have managed just one goal and two points from their last five games. READ MORE
Transfer talk: Junuzovic, Lundqvist
As Zlatko Junuzovic gets set for his last few games with Werder Bremen, German reports claim he has a trio of MLS suitors, with Orlando City leading Chicago and Philadelphia in the race for his services. READ MORE
Meanwhile, Nick Sabetti says that Houston are about to add a left back in the person of Elfsborg's Adam Lundqvist. The 24-year-old, who has two Sweden caps to his credit, is in the final year of his contract. READ MORE
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