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Tim Bezbatchenko’s job depends on first-team results.

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But Toronto FC’s general manager also sets his own, less-talked about benchmarks.

“I believe by 2022 we will be capable of fielding a Canadian team, minus Designated Players, where we can win the Canadian Championship,” Bezbatchenko boldly told the Toronto Sun last week.

“That’s my challenge. It’s not just good enough for us to have TFC Academy players who can play. They have to have first-team minutes and be able to win. They have to show they’re competitive.”

The Reds introduced TFC II — which competes in the USL — last year to help stem the gap between college and the pros. The minor-league affiliate is mostly composed of professionals in their early 20s.

Next season, Toronto FC has plans to unveil TFC III — rebranded from Senior TFC Academy — which is expected to participate in League One Ontario, a semi-professional league within the province.