Messi scores but can't save Inter Miami from yet another defeat, this time against Toronto FC at home
Inter Miami suffered a 2-1 defeat against Toronto FC at home despite a late goal from Lionel Messi. Toronto secured the win with second-half goals from Josh Sargent and Derrick Etienne Jr.
Why it matters
The match highlights the ongoing struggles of Inter Miami in August and showcases the competitive nature of the MLS season.
Josh Sargent and Derrick Etienne Jr. scored second-half goals three minutes apart and Toronto FC held on for a 2-1 victory over Inter Miami on Saturday night. Neither team found the net until the rookie Sargent scored in the 59th minute to give Toronto the lead. Dániel Sallói and Etienne had assists on Sargent's fourth goal. Sallói's helper was his seventh and Etienne collected his third.
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