Tactical breakdown: How has Michael Bradley fared in TFC's defence?
The Toronto FC captain has remained a solid orchestrator capable of distributing through pressure and breaking lines as a centre back.
As the 2023 season comes to a close, one of the intriguing questions surrounding the Toronto FC squad is Michael Bradley’s status.
At 36 years old, Bradley’s prime is clearly behind him, but that hasn’t stopped the TFC captain from starting 10 matches since he returned from injury. The majority of those appearances have come at centre back, though, rather than his usual No. 6 position.
This isn’t the first time Bradley has played in central defence for the club – shoutout to the 2018 Concacaf Champions League final – but it could be an indicator of what’s to come in 2024 and beyond.
Here’s a deeper look at Bradley’s potentially permanent role as a centre back.
