Just a week or so has passed since the 2011 MLS Cup, which means it's already time to start thinking about the 2012 season.

On Tuesday, MLS announced the dates for the 2012 home openers, including the dates for the Montreal Impact's home debut and the inaugural match at the Houston Dynamo's new stadium.

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WEEK 1

Saturday, March 10: Colorado Rapids, D.C. United, LA Galaxy, San Jose Earthquakes, Seattle Sounders FC, Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Sunday, March 11: Chivas USA, FC Dallas
Monday, March 12: Portland Timbers

WEEK 2

Saturday, March 17: Sporting Kansas City, Montreal Impact, Real Salt Lake
Sunday, March 18: Philadelphia Union

WEEK 3

Saturday, March 24: Toronto FC, Chicago Fire, Columbus Crew, New England Revolution
Sunday, March 25: New York Red Bulls

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Saturday, May 12: Houston Dynamo (new stadium opener)

The matchups and the full schedule are expected to be released before the end of the year.

Toronto FC will play at home on March 7 in the 2011/12 CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinals against Los Angeles Galaxy. Venue to be determined.