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Brandon Servania is quickly finding his stride with Toronto FC
The 24-year-old is starting to find his rhythm with the squad and has become a standout piece in Toronto FC’s midfield.
March 20, 2023 .
Brandon Servania with the ball at his feet during a 2-0 win against Inter Miami at BMO Field, March 18, 2023.
After arriving in a trade with FC Dallas last month, the Birmingham, AL. man is establishing himself among Toronto FC’s thin midfield. In recent games, he is proving to be a key contributor in the middle of the park.
Appearing in all four games to start the season and earning himself three starts, Servania has logged 265 minutes so far this season, and that number will considerably increase. Sure, he has yet to supply an assist or grab a goal, but his presence in the midfield is evidently noticeable.
Brandon Servania looks to retrieve the ball from Columbus Crew player Lucas Zelarayán in a 1-1 tie at BMO Field, March 11, 2023.
Servania is known for his high work rate and work ethic. He covers a lot of ground, pressurizes the opposition, and can make crucial tackles and interceptions. He also possesses good stamina, which enables him to maintain his high intensity throughout the game. This quality will help him to fit in with the demands of the game at Toronto FC, where hard work and intensity are highly valued.
Saturday’s match against Inter Miami was Servania’s best as a Red. The young midfielder demonstrated overall confidence in the attack and in transition. He also continuously found himself in smart places to disrupt any start of a counter-attack.
Brandon Servania plays a direct through ball to Richie Laryea who is then ruled offside in a game against Columbus Crew, March 11, 2023. Apple TV
“This is a system that’s different to what he was use to in Dallas. Every game he’s getting better … he’s learning the system more and more,” Jonathan Osorio commented on Servania’s performance during a post-game interview Saturday.
Servania is primarily a defensive midfielder who can help shield the backline and break up opposition attacks. He has good positional awareness, is tenacious in the tackle, and can intercept passes. His defensive contributions can help Toronto FC control the midfield and limit the number of scoring opportunities for their opponents.
He has a good understanding of when to make a run forward or drop back to support his defence.
Brandon Servania quickly gets back into position and commits a foul against a Columbus Crew player, March 11, 2023.
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Although, Servania is more of a defensive minded midfielder than most of the TFC midfield options, he has found himself as part of the attack when necessary.
Brandon Servania rifles a shot wide of the net during a game against Atlanta United, March 4, 2023.
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“There’s a lot that can be built on with him. He started games at the beginning of last year and we were doing really well, I don’t know what happened. He’s a player that can come in and change the game for us,” Matt Hedges said of his former teammate when the club announced his transfer from Dallas last month.
He won’t be a player to lead the team in goals, but there is no limit to the ways in which Servania will contribute to the team. His ability to play in different positions will provide Head Coach and Sporting Director Bob Bradley with a lot of tactical options. TFC’s style of play is based on possession, and Servania’s excellent passing ability will be an asset in this regard.
“He’s solid, there’s a lot of really good starting points,” Bob Bradley told reporters during a post-game interview after a 2-0 win against Inter Miami over the weekend. “He’s a very good guy, he wants to learn, he trains well every day. He’s got a good mix as a midfielder between working hard and still having a way when balls comes of how he can arrange himself and connect passes. He’s played well.”
Brandon Servania during a game against Inter Miami at BMO Field, March 18, 2023.
In conclusion, Brandon Servania is an excellent addition to Toronto FC’s midfield. He brings versatility, technical ability and tactical awareness to the team, which will be important in their pursuit of success in MLS. With his youth and potential, Servania is a player to keep an eye on in the near future.
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TFC has a strong attacking presence with players like Lorenzo Insigne and Federico Bernardeschi up front. Servania’s ability to read the game and make runs forward will be important to support the attack. He will also be a dynamic player in winning the ball back and breaking up opposition attacks.
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