Defender Doneil Henry scored with 12 minutes remaining as Toronto FC Academy opened up the Canadian Soccer League season with a 1-0 win against Portugal FC at BMO Field Saturday night.

It was an even contest throughout and the match appeared to be heading for a scoreless tie when TFC midfielder Brennan McNicoll lifted the ball into the six yard box in the 78th minute mark. TFC’s Nicholas Lindsay looked like scoring when he tipped the ball over the advancing Portugal FC goalkeeper Sotiri Varlokostas, but it was Henry who collected the ball to find the net.

Senior Team head coach Jason Bent was pleased with the result and his team’s performance. “The players moved the ball well, showing good confidence throughout the game, and that’s important,” he said following the win.

The Academy’s next game is on Saturday, May 15th at Lamport Stadium against F.C. Hamilton Croatia at 6:00 p.m.