Eastern Conference leaders Toronto FC failed to extend their lead at the top of the table following a narrow 1-0 defeat to fifth-placed Montreal Impact.
Toronto went into the clash in fine form, having defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-0 and 1-0 in back-to-back clashes in the Canadian leg of the MLS season. This made their defeat all the more unexpected. Montreal also went into the clash strong, however, as they had defeated Vancouver 2-0 just three days prior.
Toronto seemed to be the side in control for much of the match, with the exception of the 14th minute when Rudy Camacho found the back of the net for Montreal. Despite controlling 62% ball possession throughout the clash and taking a massive 20 shots, Toronto were unable to penetrate Montreal’s resolute defensive line.
This result puts Toronto in a precarious position. Having now played nine games, Toronto remain on 18 points. Trailing them by a single point is Columbus Crew, who still have a game in hand. This means that, should Columbus defeat Philadelphia Union in their clash on Thursday, they will snatch the top spot from Toronto.
Toronto FC’s next game will be on Sunday, when they face the Whitecaps yet again at the BC Place in Vancouver.
