Lionel Messi’sInter Miami entered their clash in Canada desperate for a result after a stinging 4-3 loss to Orlando City in the Florida Derby. They responded in emphatic fashion, dismantling Toronto FC 4-2 at BMO Field to secure three crucial points in the Eastern Conference race.
The match began as a cagey, hard-fought affair, but Rodrigo De Paul broke the deadlock just minutes before halftime. After his initial free-kick attempt struck the wall, the Argentine midfielder pounced on the rebound and fired home to give the visitors the lead.
Toronto FC pushed for an equalizer early in the second half, but Inter Miami looked far sharper than they had in the opening period. Luis Suarez doubled the lead, finishing a clinical sequence to provide the Herons with some breathing room.
With momentum firmly on their side, Sergio Reguilon and Messi put the game out of reach, scoring back-to-back goals within a two-minute span to silence the home crowd. As a consolation for the hosts, Emilio Aristizabal managed to cut the deficit with a brace late in the game, ensuring Toronto didn’t leave the pitch empty-handed.
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End of the game!
Inter Miami defeated Toronto FC 4-2!
90'+5- Toronto FC ask for a penalty (2-4)
Toronto FC appealed for a penalty after a challenge on Etienne, but a quick VAR review determined there was no foul on the play.
Deandre Kerr and Markus Cimermancic were replaced by Emilio Aristizabal and Derrick Ettiene.
62'- Nice try from Messi! (0-2)
Messi tested the keeper from distance with a free kick destined for the back of the net, but Gavran came up with a massive save to tip the ball out for a corner.
Raheem Edwards received the first yellow card of the game.
The second half is underway!
Toronto FC and Inter Miami are already playing the second half!
First half summary
The match kicked off with high intensity at BMO Field, as the visitors looked to take the initiative despite relentless pressure from Toronto FC. After the opening minutes, it was the home side that began carving out more attacking chances, though it failed to find the back of the net.
Just as it seemed the game would head into the locker rooms scoreless, the referee awarded Inter Miami a dangerous free kick near the edge of the box. In a surprise twist, it was Rodrigo De Paul who stepped up to take it instead of Messi. His initial attempt struck the wall, but the midfielder reacted quickly to the rebound, unleashing a clinical strike to score the opening goal and send his team into halftime with the lead.
Halftime!
The game goes to halftime!
43'- GOOOOAAAAL FOR INTER MIAMI!!! (0-1)
Rodrigo De Paul scores the opener of the game after a rebound from a free kick!!
The referee has awarded a free kick to Inter Miami at the edge of the box, giving Messi a golden opportunity to go for the opening goal.
37'- Messi almost scores! (0-0)
Messi uncorked a powerful strike from outside the box that whistled past the post—nearly opening the scoring for the match!
33'- Inter Miami controlling possession (0-0)
The visitors are dominating the ball with 66% possession, yet they have struggled to translate that control into meaningful scoring opportunities to threaten the opposition.
28'- Nice try from Messi (0-0)
Messi tried his luck from distance with a free kick, but it whistled wide of Gavran’s post.
24'- Another good try from Toronto (0-0)
This time it was Franklin who tried his luck from outisde the box, but his shot went just wide from St. Clair's post.
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19'- Toronto in better form now (0-0)
The home side has now taken control of possession, creating more dangerous scoring opportunities than its opponents.
14'- Nice try from Henry (0-0)
Kerr attempted a strike from outside the box, but it sailed over the Inter Miami crossbar.
8'- First shot of the game (0-0)
Coello had the match's first shot on target with a free kick, which St. Clair saved without any trouble.
5'- Inter Miami dominate early on (0-0)
Inter Miami are dominating possession in the opening stages of the match, but Toronto FC are holding firm, pressing high to recover the ball.
GAME ON!
The game between Toronto FC and Inter Miami is underway!
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Players are on the pitch!
Players from both teams are on the field. Everything is ready for the start of the match!
BMO Field expects attendance record
BMO Field will see its largest attendance numbers to date with just under 45,000 tickets distributed, according to the Toronto FC official website.
Both teams doing warm up activities
Players for both sides have taken the field for warmups at BMO Field!
Inter Miami lineup confirmed!
Miami's starting XI: St. Clair; Mura, Lujan, Silva, Allen; De Paul, Bright, Segovia; Messi; Berterame, Suarez.
Toronto's starting XI: Luka Gavran; Kobe Franklin, Zane Monlouis, Walker Zimmerman, Raheem Edwards; Alonso Coello, Jonathan Osorio, Malik Henry, Markus Cimermancic, Daniel Salloi, Deandre Kerr.
Victor Rivas has been appointed to officiate the clash between Toronto FC and Inter Miami. He will be joined on the field by Corey Rockwell and Stephan McGonagle, who are set to serve as the assistant referees.
Full officiating team:
Referee: Victor Rivas (USA)
Assistant Referee 1: Corey Rockwell (USA)
Assistant Referee 2: Stephan McGonagle (USA)
Fourth official: Filip Dujic (USA)
VAR: Geoff Gamble (CAN)
Kickoff time and where to watch
Toronto FC vs Inter Miami will get underway at BMO Field at 1:00 PM (ET).
Gianni Taina is a bilingual journalist, fluent in English and Spanish, with a specialization in soccer, NBA, and tennis. He began his professional career in 2020 with Mundo Deportivo US, where he first established himself as a writer. Throughout his career, Gianni has covered major sports events such as the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the NBA Finals, and Grand Slam tournaments like the French Open. His ability to report on real-time events and perform well under pressure has made him a valuable member of a top-tier team of journalists. In 2024, he joined Bolavip US, bringing his expertise in soccer, NBA, and tennis to deliver original content while providing live coverage of important events.
