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Jordi Alba has announced his retirement from professional football, a move that deeply affected teammate Lionel Messi. This follows Sergio Busquets' recent retirement, marking the end of an era for the former Barcelona trio now at Inter Miami.

Inter Miami drew 1-1 with Toronto FC, ending Lionel Messi's scoring streak despite his efforts, largely due to goalkeeper Sean Johnson's outstanding performance. Tadeo Allende scored for Miami, but Djordje Mihailovic equalized. Miami, now third in the Eastern Conference, displayed offensive strength yet highlighted defensive vulnerabilities.