D.C. United defeats Toronto FC 2-1 in MLS showdown

On Saturday night, July 25, 2026, D.C. United secured a 2-1 victory over Toronto FC at Audi Field in Washington, ending a five‑game winless streak for the home side. An own goal by Kobe Franklin gave United an early lead, which Toronto equalised when Theo Corbeanu scored in the 76th minute. The match was decided in the 10th minute of stoppage time when Tai Baribo converted a controversial penalty after Jackson Gilman was judged to have fouled an opponent.

Toronto’s defeat extended their league‑wide winless run to 11 games, further dimming their playoff hopes. Goalkeeper Sean Johnson made six saves for United, while Toronto’s Luka Gavran also recorded six saves. The penalty controversy sparked criticism from United coach Robin Fraser, who questioned the decision.

The result highlighted both teams' struggles in the MLS season, with United snapping their winless streak and Toronto falling further behind in the Eastern Conference race.