On a chilly Wednesday evening at Snapdragon Stadium, Toronto FC triumphed 1-0 against San Diego FC. The defining moment of the match came in the 19th minute when Theodor Corbeanu converted a penalty kick, securing the lone goal of the encounter.
Corbeanu’s performance was instrumental, earning him the title of man of the match. The forward displayed his skills with one goal and three attempts on goal, proving to be a constant threat for the San Diego defense.
Toronto FC’s defense was also notable, especially Kevin Long, who registered seven crucial clearances, helping to maintain the clean sheet for his team.
San Diego FC, managed by Michael Anthony Varas, lined up in a 4-3-3 formation with Pablo Sisniega in goal, a defensive line composed of Oscar Verhoeven, Christopher McVey, Ian Pilcher, and Franco Negri, while Onni Valakari, Luca de la Torre, and Jeppe Tverskov anchored the midfield. The attacking trio consisted of Anders Dreyer, Tomás Ángel, and Alex Mighten.
Meanwhile, Toronto FC, under Robin Fraser, opted for a 5-3-2 setup, with Sean Johnson protecting the net, and a backline that included Richie Laryea, Kevin Long, Kosi Thompson, Sigurd Rosted, and Raoul Petretta. The forward duo featured Theodor Corbeanu and Ola Brynhildsen.
Referee Allen Chapman officiated the match at Snapdragon Stadium.
Looking ahead, San Diego FC will host Vancouver Whitecaps FC for their next fixture, while Toronto FC will face Los Angeles FC away from home.
Substitutions for San Diego FC
59’ 2T – Tomás Ángel out for Hirving Lozano, Alex Mighten out for Emmanuel Boateng, Franco Negri out for Luca Bombino
78’ 2T – Oscar Verhoeven out for Manu Duah
Yellow cards for San Diego FC:
39’ 1T – Luca de la Torre (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 44’ 1T – Onni Valakari (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 19’ 2T – Luca Bombino (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 45’ 2T – Ian Pilcher (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 46’ 2T – Emmanuel Boateng
Substitutions for Toronto FC
30’ 1T – Raoul Petretta out for Tyrese Spicer
69’ 2T – Theodor Corbeanu out for Derrick Etienne Jr.
70’ 2T – Ola Brynhildsen out for Deandre Kerr
73’ 2T – Matty Longstaff out for Jonathan Osorio
Yellow cards for Toronto FC:
47’ 1T – Theodor Corbeanu (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 48’ 2T – Alonso Coello (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 49’ 2T – Kevin Long (Unsportsmanlike conduct)