John Herdman's positive streak didn't last long | Inter Miami 3-1 Toronto FC

In this Matchday 26 game of the MLS, Toronto FC had to visit Inter Miami in a match that apparently wouldn't be so complicated as the hosts wouldn't have their star players.

However, for Toronto FC, it was an extremely challenging match. Although they seemed to have control at the start, managing and dominating the tempo, they let Inter Miami wake up and completely take control.

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A difficult game for TFC

The first half saw Toronto FC starting off very strong. They seemed to have a positive grip on possession and game rhythm. Nevertheless, they failed to capitalize on their opportunities. In a very clear chance for Deandre Kerr, Toronto FC couldn't get ahead on the scoreboard. Minutes later, Inter Miami took the lead with a goal from Diego Gómez in the 43rd minute, following a major defensive lapse by Toronto FC.

There was also a remarkable opportunity for Federico Bernardeschi, whose shot hit the post, leaving Toronto FC fans stunned. However, this was just a momentary excitement as the team couldn't convert, and the first half ended 1-0 in favor of Inter Miami.

The second half was even tougher for Toronto FC. In the 53rd minute, Federico Redondo scored to make it 2-0 with a header that caught John Herdman's defense off guard. Inter Miami capitalized on this quick sequence and scored again in the 59th minute, with Federico Redondo marking a brace against Sean Johnson.

Toronto FC's response came from Derrick Etienne Jr., who scored in the 79th minute after a fantastic team play, reducing the deficit to 3-1. Unfortunately, this was the final score of the match.

Match statistics

It's important to note that Toronto FC maintained some important characteristics, such as ball possession, ending the match with 53% compared to Inter Miami's 47%.

In terms of shots on target, Toronto FC had 4 while Inter Miami had 5, with 3 resulting in goals. Inter Miami created 3 major chances and converted all of them, whereas Toronto FC created 2 major chances, converting only one.

This defeat is very tough for Toronto FC, especially at this point in the season. They are not in the best position in the Eastern Conference (8th place), and their next match will be on July 20 as visitors in a new Canadian derby against CF Montreal.