A number of factors have led to Toronto FC's slow start in 2016, but the most concerning is the fact that they don't seem to know how to start games.
Although Toronto is not off to a dreadful start in 2016, five points from its opening five matches are well below expectations. Media and fans have attributed blown refereeing decisions and the long road trip as reasons for its mediocre start and insist that Toronto will improve once these factors even out.
While that may be true, there are reasons for concern on the field that Toronto has full control over and must improve if they wish to be a top team in the league.