Baribo scored in the 90th minute to give DC United a victory over Toronto, with both teams still waiting for a spot in the next round.
DC United defeated Toronto 2-1 at Audi Field in Washington, thanks to a winning goal from Baribo in the 90th minute. DC United finished 8th with 22 points, while Toronto finished 12th with 16 points; qualification for both teams is still undecided.
- 0'The match has started.
DC United hosts Toronto.
- 12'Toronto held the edge in the closely contested match.
At the 12th minute, Toronto had a slight advantage in possession with 43-57 ball possession and created more shots, leading 1-2. DC United was under pressure but still maintained a balanced game, with the score at 0-0.
- 24'Toronto controlled possession, and the game remained evenly balanced.
After 24 minutes, Toronto dominated possession with a high percentage.41 - 59However, DC United maintained a balanced game with both teams having 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 ...3 - 3Shots were taken. The pace wasn't too intense, and neither side had created a clear advantage in front of the goal.
- 36'Toronto takes control, DC United lurks.
At the 36th minute, Toronto was controlling the game with 39-61 possession, while DC United was mainly defending and waiting for opportunities. Despite this, DC United had more shots on goal (5-4), while Toronto had slightly more on target (2-3).
- 41'DC United takes the lead thanks to Kye Rowles
In the 41st minute, Kye Rowles scored after an assist from Keisuke Kurokawa, putting DC United ahead of Toronto 1-0. If they maintain this score, DC United will temporarily be in 9th place with 19 points, but the outcome remains to be seen.
- 45'End of the first half
At the end of the first half, the score was 1-0.
- 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun.
- 46'Toronto made a substitution at the start of the second half.
In the 46th minute, Toronto brought on Alonso Coello to replace Zane Monlouis, right after halftime. This substitution came as Toronto were trailing DC United 1-0.
- 49'Toronto had possession, DC United applied pressure.
In the 49th minute, Toronto had a slight advantage in ball possession.45 - 55However, DC United was the team that exerted clear pressure when they had...10 - 4finishing move and5 - 1Corner kick. The home team is leading, and Toronto needs to find a way to relieve the pressure in the early minutes of the second half.
- 53'Louis Munteanu received a yellow card.
In the 53rd minute, Louis Munteanu received a yellow card while DC United were leading 1-0.
- 54'Deandre Kerr comes on to replace Emilio Aristizábal
In the 54th minute, Deandre Kerr came on as a substitute for Emilio Aristizábal when Toronto were trailing 1-0. If the score remained this way, DC United would temporarily be in 9th place with 19 points, while Toronto would be in 12th place with 16 points, but the outcome was still uncertain.
- 54'Mihailovic comes on, Toronto faces pressure.
In the 54th minute, Djordje Mihailovic came on as a substitute for Derrick Etienne Jr. when DC United were leading Toronto 1-0. Mihailovic's appearance could help the home team maintain pressure for the remainder of the match.
- 61'Toronto controlled possession, but DC United remained sharp.
In the 61st minute, Toronto controlled possession more with a 44-56 ratio, but DC United was the team creating more significant pressure, leading 1-0 and having 11-7 shots on goal. The home team also had a slight advantage in corners with 6-2, indicating that the game still favored Toronto's defensive approach and waiting for opportunities.
- 65'DC United made a substitution in the 65th minute.
In the 65th minute, Matti Peltola came on as a substitute for Jackson Hopkins. Leading Toronto 1-0, DC United could now aim to maintain their advantage.
- 65'Jared Stroud comes on, Peglow leaves the game.
In the 65th minute, Jared Stroud was brought on to replace Peglow. DC United made the substitution while leading 1-0 against Toronto, with the game still fairly evenly matched.
- 73'Toronto controlled possession, but DC United remained sharp.
In the 73rd minute, Toronto had a slight advantage in possession (45-55) and shots on target (5-6), but DC United still led 1-0. The home team exerted considerable pressure through 7-4 corners, while Toronto had to find ways to convert their possession advantage into clearer chances.
- 76'Theo Corbeanu helped Toronto equalize.
In the 76th minute, Theo Corbeanu scored, leveling the score at 1-1 for Toronto against DC United. The goal brought the game back to a tie and opened up a tense final few minutes.
- 80'Kijima enters the game, Servania leaves the match.
80th minuteHosei Kijima came on as a substitute for Brandon Servania when DC United and Toronto were tied 1-1. The final minutes promised to be tense after Toronto had just equalized.
- 80'Sean Nealis came on as a substitute for Kye Rowles.
In the 80th minute, Sean Nealis came on as a substitute for Kye Rowles. DC United and Toronto were locked in a stalemate after the score was leveled, so this substitution could help the home team maintain their composure in the final minutes of the match.
- 85'Nathan Ordaz came on in the 85th minute.
In the 85th minute, Nathan Ordaz came on as a substitute for Louis Munteanu. The substitution came when the score was 1-1, promising to add more excitement to the final minutes.
- 85'Toronto controls the game, DC United puts pressure on.
In the 85th minute, Toronto had a slight advantage in possession with 44-56, but DC United still exerted significant pressure with 15-12 shots and 8-4 corners. The 1-1 score resulted in a back-and-forth game: Toronto held possession more, while DC United were more proactive in their attacks.
- 88'Jonathan Osorio received a yellow card in the 88th minute.
In the 88th minute, Jonathan Osorio received a yellow card while Toronto and DC United were locked in a 1-1 draw.
- 90+2'Malik Henry came on in injury time.
In the 90+2nd minute, Malik Henry came on as a substitute for Theo Corbeanu, with DC United and Toronto tied 1-1. This was a last-minute substitution, as the match was still undecided.
- 90+8'VAR reviews the situation involving Andre Dozzell.
In the 90+8th minute, VAR reviewed a situation involving Andre Dozzell when the score was 1-1. The late review added to the tension in the final minutes.
- 90+10'Tai Baribo takes the penalty, giving DC United the lead.
In the 90+10th minute, Tai Baribo scored from the penalty spot, giving DC United a 2-1 lead over Toronto. If they maintain this score, DC United will temporarily be in 9th place with 19 points, while Toronto will be in 12th place with 16 points, but qualification for the next round is still uncertain.
- 97'Toronto held the upper hand, DC United applied the pressure.
In the 97th minute, Toronto had a slight advantage in ball possession, with DC United only reaching 45-55, but the home team exerted more pressure with 16-13 shots and 8-4 corners. The game remained evenly matched with the two teams tied 1-1.
- KTFinal score: DC United 2-1 Toronto
The match ended with a score of 2-1.
Updated at 08:42 on 26/07/2026
Match information
DC United will face Toronto at Audi Field at 6:30 AM on July 26, 2026. This is a match between two teams that are close to each other in the MLS standings, with DC United ranked 9th with 19 points and Toronto ranked 12th with 16 points.
The three-point gap makes the match particularly significant in the direct competition between the two teams. However, the available statistics do not yet allow for conclusions about long-term goals or the specific impact of the match result on the league standings.
DC United has a more stable foundation.
DC United's recent form is a series of draws, losses, draws, draws, draws. The home team hasn't won in this streak, but has suffered only one defeat and recorded four draws. This pattern suggests that DC United generally maintains a low level of defeat, though they haven't yet produced enough impact to translate consistent performances into wins.
The key takeaway is DC United's approach to recent matches. Four draws in their last five games reflect a team that is difficult to beat, but also raises questions about their ability to handle crucial moments. Against Toronto, the home side needs to translate that solidity into more tangible pressure in attack.
Toronto is looking to end a run of poor results.
Toronto entered the match with a record of 3 losses and 2 draws in their last 5 games. The visitors have yet to win in this streak, putting them under greater pressure than DC United in terms of results.
Three defeats have shown Toronto needs to improve their control of the game, especially when the opponent increases the pressure. The two most recent draws may be a sign that the team has somewhat regained its balance, but Toronto still needs to show more initiative and precision if they want to make a difference at Audi Field.
A balanced confrontation
In their last four encounters, DC United won one match, there were two draws, and Toronto won one. This balance doesn't favor either side, indicating that recent head-to-head history doesn't give either DC United or Toronto a clear advantage.
Therefore, the upcoming encounter will likely be decided by each team's ability to capitalize on the moment rather than solely based on their head-to-head record. DC United may find confidence in their recent run of avoiding defeat, while Toronto will have to rely on their need to improve their results to motivate their performance.
The key tactical point
For DC United, the first priority is maintaining a sufficiently solid defensive structure but preventing matches from becoming a stalemate. The home team needs to accelerate at the right time, move the ball forward more quickly, and create constant pressure instead of just playing it safe.
Meanwhile, Toronto needs to avoid letting their losing streak affect their approach. The visitors could aim for a tight start, then look to exploit the space when DC United pushes forward. The ability to transition from defense to offense will be a key factor, especially given the small gap between the two teams in the standings.
Since the available data does not provide projected lineups, specific tactical diagrams, or information on absent players, these factors cannot be used to make a more in-depth assessment of the personnel arrangements of both sides.
Pre-match analysis
DC United has the home advantage and more stable recent form, making them more likely to avoid defeat. Toronto, on the other hand, is under pressure after three losses and hasn't won in their last five matches, but the balanced head-to-head history suggests the visitors won't be at an absolute disadvantage going into the game.
Overall, this could be a close and unpredictable match. DC United need to prove they can translate consistency into efficiency, while Toronto must rediscover their sharpness to break their run of poor results. Action in the box and the ability to capitalize on chances will be crucial at Audi Field.
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).
