DC United and Toronto FC put on a heated game in Week 1 of the USA – MLS 2023 tournament and the host ended up with a 3-2 victory. The goals of the match for the locals were scored by Mateusz Klich (12′ 1T), Christian Benteke (44′ 2T) and Théodore Ku-Dipietro (52′ 2T). While the away goals were scored by Federico Bernardeschi (21′ 2T, penalty) and Mark-Anthony Kaye (37′ 2T).

The party figure was Theodore Ku-Dipietro. The DC United midfielder scored 1 goal.

Christian Benteke was another of the outstanding players. The DC United striker showed his best level by scoring 1 goal and shooting 4 times on the opposite goal.

It was a closed duel, marked by interruptions and faults. There were several warned: Russell Canouse, Christian Benteke, Federico Bernardeschi and Richie Laryea.

DC United manager Wayne Rooney stopped the starting XI in a 4-3-3 formation with Tyler Miller in goal; Matai Akinmboni, Andy Nájar, Pedro Santos and Mohanad Jeahze on the defensive line; Victor Pálsson, Russell Canouse and Christopher Durkin in the middle; and Nigel Robertha, Christian Benteke and Mateusz Klich in attack.

For their part, Bob Bradley’s chosen ones entered the field with a 4-3-3 scheme with Sean Johnson under the three sticks; Richie Laryea, Matt Hedges, Sigurd Rosted and Raoul Petretta in defence; Jonathan Osorio, Michael Bradley and Mark-Anthony Kaye in midfield; and Lorenzo Insigne, Adama Diomande and Federico Bernardeschi up front.

The judge chosen to conduct the match at Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium was Theodore Unkel.

For the following date, DC United will act as visitors against Columbus Crew SC and Toronto FC will visit Atlanta United.

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