Toronto FC ended their 12-match winless streak by defeating the New England Revolution 2-1, with Niklas Dorsch scoring his first goal for the team. The victory marked TFC's first win in over four months, a period during which they had five losses and seven draws. Dorsch's goal came just before halftime, extending Toronto's lead to 2-0 after an own goal from Revolution defender Will Sands. Despite a late goal from New England’s Wilson Harris, the Revolution couldn't find an equalizer with TFC down to 10 men. The match showcased TFC's resilience as they endured heavy pressure, particularly after midfielder Djordje Mihailovic received a red card.

By the Numbers
  • Toronto FC ended a 12-game winless streak with the victory.
  • New England controlled 65% possession and had 25 shot attempts but only six were on target.
State of Play
  • This was Toronto's first win since April 4th against Colorado Rapids.
  • Dorsch was acquired for a reported $4.3 million from FC Heidenheim.
What's Next

New England will face D.C. United on Wednesday, while Toronto FC will host Charlotte FC on the same day.

Bottom Line

Toronto FC's win signals a potential turnaround for the team, highlighting the importance of new acquisitions like Dorsch in improving performance and morale.