Josh Sargent to Toronto FC: Smart USMNT Move or Total Step Back?

Josh Sargent to Toronto FC could be the most important decision of his career heading into World Cup 2026. Is a move to MLS a smart play for a starting role and confidence, or a total step back from European levels that the USMNT needs from its strikers?

On this episode, The Cooligans break down what a Toronto FC move would mean for Sargent's form, his role with the USMNT, and how this fits into the bigger picture of American players choosing MLS vs Europe. We talk minutes vs competition, money vs development, and how Gregg Berhalter might look at a striker cooking in MLS compared to a rotation guy in the Championship.
We also compare Sargent's situation to other USMNT stars like Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Tyler Adams, and what their paths tell us about the best route into the 2026 World Cup squad.

Let us know in the comments: Josh Sargent to Toronto FC – smart USMNT move or total step back?

Timestamps:
0:00 - Josh Sargent reportedly headed back to MLS: right move?
2:00 - Sargent's time in Europe
4:00 - Toronto's reported bid for Josh Sargent
7:00 - Can Sargent improve Toronto FC?


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