Major League Soccer Gameweek 29
CF Montreal 0 - 3 FT Atlanta United FC
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Miguel Almirón (Elías Báez) 22'
Giuliano Galoppo 41'
45' ↓ Dawid Bugaj ↑Efrain Morales
HT
Lucas Hoyos 58'
Breel Embolo 60'
↓ Ajani Fortune ↑Steven Alzate 65'
67' ↓ Matthew Longstaff ↑Fabian Herbers
67' ↓ Daniel Pereira ↑Victor Loturi
67' ↓ Wikelman·Carmona ↑Gennadiy Synchuk
↓ Breel Embolo ↑Sergi Santos 74'
↓ Giuliano Galoppo ↑Cooper Sanchez 75'
81' ↓ Alexis Sanchez ↑Olger Escobar
83' Olger Escobar
↓ Miguel Almirón ↑Fafà Picault 83'
↓ Mauricio Amaro ↑Tristan Muyumba 83'
Fafà Picault 90'+1
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
CF Montreal
Goalkeepers
Sebastian Breza 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Dawid Bugaj 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Jalen Neal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brandan Craig 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
Luca Petrasso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Matthew Longstaff
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Dani Pereira 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Wikelman Carmona
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Alexis Sánchez
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Noah Streit
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Forwards
Daniel Ríos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
S. Keita 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Efraín Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Victor Loturi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Samuel Piette
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hennadii Synchuk 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Ivan Losenko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Franuel Amaya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fabian Herbers
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Olger Escobar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Atlanta United FC
Goalkeepers
Lucas Hoyos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Matthew Edwards 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
41%
Pass Acc
Paulo Díaz
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Javier Alonso
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
73%
Duel Win %
Elías Báez
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Mauricio Amaro
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Ajani Fortune
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Aleksey Miranchuk
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Miguel Almirón 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
8.2
Rating
Giuliano Galoppo
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Forwards
Breel Embolo
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
8.0
Rating
BENCH
Jayden Hibbert
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Enea Mihaj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cooper Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adrian Gill
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tristan Muyumba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Steven Alzate
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Fafà Picault
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cayman Togashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2026 | Atlanta United FC | 3 - 1 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 08/09/2025 | CF Montreal | 1 - 1 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Saputo Stadium |
| 02/23/2025 | Atlanta United FC | 3 - 2 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 10/22/2024 | CF Montreal | 2 - 2 (PEN 4-5) | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
| 10/02/2024 | Atlanta United FC | 1 - 2 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 07/13/2024 | CF Montreal | 1 - 0 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
| 02/07/2024 | Atlanta United FC | 2 - 1 | CF Montreal | Friendlies Clubs | Al Lang Stadium |
| 09/23/2023 | Atlanta United FC | 4 - 1 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 07/08/2023 | CF Montreal | 0 - 1 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
| 04/30/2022 | CF Montreal | 2 - 1 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
05/02/2026
08/09/2025
02/23/2025
10/22/2024
10/02/2024
07/13/2024
02/07/2024
09/23/2023
07/08/2023
04/30/2022
CF Montreal Win
Atlanta United FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +31
P: 23 GD: +17
P: 23 GD: +18
P: 24 GD: +8
P: 24 GD: +2
P: 23 GD: +6
P: 22 GD: -6
P: 23 GD: -12
P: 23 GD: -6
P: 23 GD: -14
P: 22 GD: -10
P: 24 GD: 0
P: 24 GD: -5
P: 25 GD: -18
League Standings
P: 32 GD: +43
P: 32 GD: +10
P: 32 GD: +20
P: 32 GD: +9
P: 32 GD: +11
P: 32 GD: +12
P: 32 GD: -12
P: 32 GD: -7
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 32 GD: -16
P: 32 GD: -10
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 32 GD: -18
P: 32 GD: -16
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
CF Montreal
Atlanta United FC
CF Montreal
Atlanta United FC
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Atlanta's Ruthless Road Trip Stuns Saputo
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 30/100. Atlanta United capitalized on every defensive mistake to turn a tight basement battle into a completely one-sided showcase.
Opening Exchanges
The Stakes were massive at Saputo Stadium as two struggling sides clashed. Both rosters were desperate to climb out of the Eastern Conference basement. CF Montreal edged possession in the opening minutes. They tried to establish a steady rhythm through Samuel Piette in central midfield. But Atlanta United FC did not need the ball to dictate the game's flow. The Intensity spiked suddenly in the 22nd minute. A swift attacking transition caught the home defense completely out of position. Elías Báez delivered a precise ball to find Miguel Almirón in space. The dynamic midfielder buried the opening goal without a second thought. Montreal looked totally shell-shocked by the sudden strike. The hosts scrambled to reorganize their backline, but the visitors were already buzzing with confidence and hunting for more.
The Decisive Blow
The home crowd at Saputo Stadium grew increasingly restless. Despite firing off 9 attempts throughout the game, Montreal lacked any real cutting edge. The Balance of power shifted entirely just before the halftime whistle. At the 41-minute mark, Giuliano Galoppo struck a devastating blow to double the lead. That specific goal broke the hosts' spirit right before they reached the locker room. A barrage of 27 combined shots meant both goalkeepers saw plenty of action. Yet, only Atlanta fired with genuine, lethal intent in the final third. The high Upset factor became impossible to ignore as the lower-ranked visitors completely dismantled their hosts. Montreal pushed bodies forward in a panic, leaving huge gaps in their defensive structure. Atlanta happily absorbed the disjointed pressure and waited to strike on the counter.
Final Whistle Fallout
The second half felt like a mere formality for the traveling squad. Down by two goals, Montreal desperately chased the game. Breel Embolo hammered the final nail into the coffin right on 60 minutes. His clinical finish ended any lingering hopes of a miraculous comeback. Heavy set-piece pressure brought a total of 13 corners to the match, but the visitors comfortably cleared their lines every single time. This ruthless 3-0 road victory gives Atlanta a massive lifeline in a previously dismal regular season campaign. Meanwhile, Montreal remains stuck in the mud. Their minus-21 goal difference highlights glaring defensive issues that must be fixed immediately. The final whistle brought loud boos from the frustrated home supporters, demanding answers after a truly flat performance on their home field.
Key Questions
Who scored the opening goal for Atlanta United?
Miguel Almirón found the back of the net in the 22nd minute to give Atlanta the early lead.
Who assisted the first goal of the match?
Elías Báez provided the crucial assist for Miguel Almirón's opener.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Basement Battle at Saputo Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. Our verdict is simple: this bottom-of-the-table clash is for the die-hards only, as two struggling sides limp toward the end of a thoroughly disappointing campaign.
The Setup
A dismal Form rating tells the story of two teams desperate for the finish line to arrive. When CF Montreal host Atlanta United FC at Saputo Stadium on October 14, 2026, it is a meeting of the 15th and 14th placed sides in the league. The remarkably low Stakes mean there is very little beyond pride on the line tonight. However, a high Balance rating suggests we are in for a tightly contested, if defensively fragile, affair. Montreal's miserable 28.6% home win rate is a major red flag for the Canadian side, while Atlanta's recent habit of grinding out uninspiring draws points to a grueling midfield slog. Thankfully, a modest injection of Stars into the starting lineups might provide sporadic moments of quality amidst the chaos.
Key Battle
Montreal will look to their in-form striker D. Ríos to hold up play and break down a highly vulnerable visiting defense. Atlanta will counter with the creative vision of Aleksey Miranchuk, hoping the dynamic playmaker can unlock the game in transition and find pockets of space between the lines.
Our Prediction
Expect a highly disjointed match characterized by misplaced passes, nervous defending, and a lack of cutting edge in the final third. Atlanta has turned into draw specialists recently, securing three stalemates in their last five outings. Montreal, meanwhile, lacks the attacking cohesion required to punish them consistently. We foresee a scrappy 1-1 stalemate where both teams eventually settle for a point.