Major League Soccer Regular season

FC Cincinnati 4 - 3 FT CF Montreal

TQL Stadium

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Verdict Futmetrix
100
FT
dim. 22 mars
English
FC Cincinnati
4-3
CF Montreal
⚡ Intensité 100
⚖️ Équilibre 100
🏆 Enjeu 50
🎲 Surprise 0
Seven goals, a red, absolute chaos.

Ten-Man Cincinnati Stun Montreal in Seven-Goal Thriller

À ne pas manquer Score Futmetrix: 100/100. A phenomenal 90th-minute winner capped off an all-time MLS classic, giving Cincinnati a vital edge to take into the decisive second leg.

Immediate Fireworks

TQL Stadium played host to instant drama in this crucial two-leg tie. The Stakes were palpable from the jump, and Montreal came out swinging with intent. W. Carmona silenced the Ohio crowd just six minutes in, finishing cleanly to put the visitors ahead early. Cincinnati initially struggled to find their rhythm on the field as the Canadian side controlled possession, dictating the tempo and shifting the ball well. But the hosts dug deep and fought back just before the break. A sharp, driving pass from A. Powell found E. Echenique, who buried a crucial equalizer in the 40th minute. However, the home side's momentum was painfully short-lived. Right before the halftime whistle blew, a lethal strike from P. Owusu restored Montreal's advantage, ending a frantic first half that showcased off-the-charts Intensity and absolutely zero defensive stability from either roster.

The Turning Point

The second half quickly descended into absolute MLS madness. A. Jabbari dragged FC Cincinnati kicking and screaming back into the match with a clutch 52nd-minute strike to level the score once again. Just as the hosts found their footing, disaster struck. Center-back Miles Robinson was shown a straight red card in the 60th minute for a professional foul as the last man, leaving his squad a man down with a half-hour still to play. The Balance of the tie immediately tilted toward CF Montreal. When Owusu calmly converted the resulting penalty in the 64th minute to secure his heroic brace, the script seemed entirely written. Down 3-2 and playing with ten men, the home side looked dead and buried against a ruthless Montreal attack that eventually racked up 18 total shots and 2.05 expected goals.

A Miraculous Finish

But soccer constantly defies logic. Despite being significantly outnumbered, Cincinnati simply refused to fold under the immense pressure. Their tactical shifts paid off when substitute T. Barlow was thrown onto the pitch. He became the ultimate impact player, finding the back of the net in the 80th minute to make it 3-3 and blowing the roof off the venue. The TQL Stadium crowd reached an absolute fever pitch, pushing their shorthanded team forward. With the clock ticking down to the final whistle, K. Denkey stepped up in the 90th minute, smashing home a legendary late winner to complete a miraculous 4-3 comeback. This was a monumental test of locker room character. Now, Cincinnati carries a razor-thin but emotionally massive advantage into the pivotal second leg in Montreal on September 26.

Key Questions

How did the red card for Miles Robinson impact the match?

His 60th-minute dismissal forced Cincinnati to play with ten men and immediately concede a penalty, yet it paradoxically sparked their incredible late comeback.

What made Prince-Osei Owusu the Man of the Match?

Owusu was dominant in the final third, scoring a brilliant brace—including a high-pressure penalty—and constantly threatening the defense to earn a massive 9.6 rating.

What caused the 7-goal thriller?

High offensive output from both sides, featuring 33 combined shots, constant lead changes, a red card penalty, and end-to-end chaotic transitional play throughout.

Qu'est-ce que le Futmetrix Score ?

Le Futmetrix Score est notre verdict de 0 a 100 sur le spectacle d'un match. On regarde l'intensite, l'equilibre, les enjeux et les stars pour vous dire si ca vaut le coup.

Statistiques du Match

Possession
46%
54%
FC Cincinnati 46%
CF Montreal 54%
Tirs
15
18
FC Cincinnati 15
CF Montreal 18
Tirs Cadrés
8
6
FC Cincinnati 8
CF Montreal 6
Buts Attendus (xG)
1.58
2.05
FC Cincinnati 1.58
CF Montreal 2.05
Passes
352
398
FC Cincinnati 352
CF Montreal 398
Précision Passes
79%
80%
FC Cincinnati 79%
CF Montreal 80%
Corners
2
2
FC Cincinnati 2
CF Montreal 2
Fautes
20
11
FC Cincinnati 20
CF Montreal 11
Cartons Jaunes
4
1
FC Cincinnati 4
CF Montreal 1
Cartons Rouges
1
0
FC Cincinnati 1
CF Montreal 0

Événements du Match

W. Carmona 6'
40' E. Echenique (A. Powell)
P. Owusu 45'
HT
Hennadiy Synchuk 🟨 47'
52' A. Jabbari
G. Synchuk M. Opoku 🔄 57'
Ivan Jaime D. Thorhallsson 🔄 58'
60' 🟥 Miles Robinson
62' 🟨 Matthew Miazga
P. Owusu 64'
65' 🔄 A. Jabbari N. Hagglund
65' 🔄 M. Miazga T. Hadebe
66' 🟨 Obinna Nwobodo
W. Carmona S. Piette 🔄 74'
P. Owusu D. Rios 🔄 74'
77' 🔄 P. Bucha T. Barlow
77' 🔄 A. Powell S. Gidi
80' T. Barlow
83' 🟨 Teenage Hadebe
M. Longstaff O. Escobar 🔄 84'
88' 🔄 O. Nwobodo S. Jimenez
90' K. Denkey
90'+5 🟨 Kévin Denkey
FT

Cartes des Joueurs

Notre avis sur chaque joueur de ce match

FC Cincinnati

Gardiens
E. Louro
MAGNET
AIMANT
48
Activité
48
Activité
48
Passes
0
Duels
Défenseurs
A. Powell
PROVIDER
FOURNISSEUR
1
Passes D.
1
Passes D.
2
Passes Clés
6.7
Note
M. Miazga
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
65
Min. Totales
65
Entrée
M. Robinson
FRIENDLY FIRE
TIR ALLIÉ
Carton rouge
Erreur
Carton rouge
Erreur
1
Fautes
5.3
Note
Milieux
E. Echenique
SNIPER
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Buts
2
Tirs
P. Bucha
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
13
Min. Tardives
13
Min. Tardives
77
Min. Totales
77
Entrée
O. Nwobodo
NPC
NPC
88
Minutes
88
Minutes
16%
Préc. Passe
6.7
Note
B. J. Ramirez Leon
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
103
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
Attaquants
Evander
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
103
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
K. Denkey
CLUTCH HERO
HÉROS DÉCISIF
90
Min. du But
90
Min. du But
But
Impact
7.2
Note
A. Jabbari
SNIPER
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Buts
2
Tirs
BANC
F. Mrozek
SPECTATOR
SPECTATEUR
0
Arrêts
0
Arrêts
0
Encaissés
0
Minutes
N. Hagglund
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
38
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
T. Hadebe
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
38
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
G. Flores
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
K. Smith
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
S. Jimenez
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
S. Gidi
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
26
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
T. Barlow
CLOSER
FINISSEUR
1
Buts Tardifs
1
Buts Tardifs
0
Passes D. Tardives
75
Minute

CF Montreal

Gardiens
T. Gillier
MAGNET
AIMANT
23
Activité
23
Activité
23
Passes
0
Duels
Défenseurs
B. Hidalgo
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
103
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
E. Morales
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
103
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
B. Vera
WALL
MUR
0
Dribblé
0
Dribblé
4
Tacles
71%
Duel %
L. Petrasso
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
103
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
Milieux
V. Loturi
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
103
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
M. Longstaff
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
6
Min. Tardives
6
Min. Tardives
84
Min. Totales
84
Entrée
G. Synchuk
STORMTROOPER
TIREUR FOU
3
Tirs
3
Tirs
0
Buts
1
Cadrés
W. Carmona
SNIPER
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Buts
1
Tirs
Ivan Jaime
PROVIDER
FOURNISSEUR
1
Passes D.
1
Passes D.
3
Passes Clés
7.2
Note
Attaquants
P. Owusu
HITMAN
TUEUR
2
Buts
2
Buts
2
Cadrés
9.6
Note
BANC
S. Breza
SPECTATOR
SPECTATEUR
0
Arrêts
0
Arrêts
0
Encaissés
0
Minutes
B. Craig
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
T. Aviles
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
A. Guboglo
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
D. Thorhallsson
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
45
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
S. Piette
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
29
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
M. Opoku
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
46
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
O. Escobar
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
19
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
D. Rios
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
29
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée

Confrontations

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
18/10/2025 FC Cincinnati 3 - 0 CF Montreal Major League Soccer TQL Stadium
25/06/2025 CF Montreal 1 - 3 FC Cincinnati Major League Soccer Saputo Stadium
31/08/2024 FC Cincinnati 4 - 1 CF Montreal Major League Soccer TQL Stadium
13/04/2024 CF Montreal 2 - 1 FC Cincinnati Major League Soccer Stade Saputo
20/09/2023 CF Montreal 1 - 1 FC Cincinnati Major League Soccer Stade Saputo
17/05/2023 FC Cincinnati 3 - 0 CF Montreal Major League Soccer TQL Stadium
28/05/2022 CF Montreal 4 - 3 FC Cincinnati Major League Soccer Stade Saputo
02/04/2022 FC Cincinnati 3 - 4 CF Montreal Major League Soccer TQL Stadium
18/10/2025
Major League Soccer TQL Stadium
25/06/2025
Major League Soccer Saputo Stadium
31/08/2024
Major League Soccer TQL Stadium
13/04/2024
Major League Soccer Stade Saputo
20/09/2023
Major League Soccer Stade Saputo
17/05/2023
Major League Soccer TQL Stadium
28/05/2022
Major League Soccer Stade Saputo
02/04/2022
Major League Soccer TQL Stadium
FC Cincinnati Win
CF Montreal Win
Draw