Toronto FC will hope to erase memories of the defeat on Sunday with a win in the second leg of their Voyageurs Cup semifinal against the Montreal Impact on Wednesday night at 7:30 PM ET.

Last Wednesday the Reds dropped the opening leg 1-0 in Montreal. Jack McInerney’s goal in the 69th minute of the match was the difference, but it was Dominic Oduro that shined on that night.

The former TFC speedster caused problems for the Reds and will be expected to do the same on Wednesday night. The Impact are coming off a 2-1 loss to Portland on the weekend and have played only five league matches this season.

Expect Greg Vanney to put out a formidable lineup on Wednesday night.

Here are three keys to the game.

Erase Passive Play

The Reds paid for passive play during the home opener. Playing two lines of four was successful on the road, but it doomed TFC against the Dynamo.

With another home game so soon expect different tactics from Vanney and his coaching staff. That could include fielding the likes of Sebastian Giovinco and Jozy Altidore in the starting eleven. Neither designated player made the trip to Montreal last week.

“Now it’s a little bit of managing minutes,” stated Vanney following training on Tuesday.

“When we play at BMO Field and we have our fans who are dedicated to us I think we have to be more proactive on the attacking side. We’re a little bit of a product of our first seven games [on the road].

“We ended up being deep in the first half [versus Houston.]. I think it’s important that we establish our home identity on Wednesday night."

Improvement From The Forwards

TFC improved in the second half against Houston but by the time Altidore heading home the Reds’ first goal of the game it was too late.

Vanney pointed out that he didn’t think the team did a good job getting Giovinco and Altidore the ball against Houston. That’s the plan for Wednesday night.

“We have some high quality players that need to get more touches on the ball,” stated Vanney.

“We’re down a goal so it’s on us to sort of make the game. For me, I like that. I think that’s what this team needs right now."

Build Momentum

May will be an extremely busy month for the club.

Following Wednesday night’s game the team will travel to New England for a stern test against the Revolution.

Erasing the sour memories of the home opener is a prime motivator for the club on Wednesday night.

Though it’s a Canadian Championship game, the match will have ramifications for future league games, including this weekend’s game against the Revs.

Catch the game live at BMO Field at 7:30 PM ET or watch it on Sportsnet One.