Major League Soccer Gameweek 5
FC Cincinnati 4 - 3 FT CF Montreal
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
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' ↓ M. Miazga ↑T. Hadebe
65' ↓ A. Jabbari ↑N. Hagglund
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
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FC Cincinnati
Goalkeepers
Evan Louro 
MAGNET
48
Activity
48
Activity
48
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
Alvas Powell 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
Matt Miazga 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Miles Robinson 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.3
Rating
Midfielders
Ender Echenique 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Pavel Bucha
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Obinna Nwobodo 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Bryan Ramírez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
103
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Evander
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
103
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kévin Denkey 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.2
Rating
Ayoub Jabbari
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Fabian Mrozek 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nick Hagglund
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Teenage Hadebe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gilberto Flores
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kyle Smith
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Stiven Jimenez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Samuel Gidi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tom Barlow 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
CF Montreal
Goalkeepers
Thomas Gillier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
103
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Bode Hidalgo 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Efraín Morales
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Brayan Vera 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Luca Petrasso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
103
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Victor Loturi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
103
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matthew Longstaff
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Hennadii Synchuk 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Wikelman Carmona
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Iván Jaime
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
12%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Prince-Osei Owusu 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
9.6
Rating
BENCH
Sebastian Breza
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Brandan Craig
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tomás Avilés
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuri Guboglo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dagur Dan Þórhallsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Samuel Piette
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kwadwo Opoku
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Olger Escobar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Ríos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2025 | FC Cincinnati | 3 - 0 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 06/25/2025 | CF Montreal | 1 - 3 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Saputo Stadium |
| 01/24/2025 | FC Cincinnati | 1 - 0 | CF Montreal | Friendlies Clubs | Walter C. Campbell Park |
| 08/31/2024 | FC Cincinnati | 4 - 1 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 04/13/2024 | CF Montreal | 2 - 1 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
| 09/20/2023 | CF Montreal | 1 - 1 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
| 05/17/2023 | FC Cincinnati | 3 - 0 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 05/28/2022 | CF Montreal | 4 - 3 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
| 04/02/2022 | FC Cincinnati | 3 - 4 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
10/18/2025
06/25/2025
01/24/2025
08/31/2024
04/13/2024
09/20/2023
05/17/2023
05/28/2022
04/02/2022
FC Cincinnati Win
CF Montreal Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +9
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: -6
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -12
P: 3 GD: -2
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +29
P: 25 GD: +15
P: 25 GD: +10
P: 25 GD: +9
P: 24 GD: +10
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: -14
P: 26 GD: +5
P: 24 GD: -7
P: 24 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: -8
P: 25 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: -14
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
FC Cincinnati
CF Montreal
FC Cincinnati
CF Montreal
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Ten-Man Cincinnati Stun Montreal in Seven-Goal Thriller
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 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.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Early Season Desperation at TQL Stadium
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. Two porous defenses collide in a matchup that promises goals, even if the tactical discipline leaves much to be desired.
The Setup
FC Cincinnati welcome CF Montreal to TQL Stadium for the first chapter of this regular-season clash. With the return leg scheduled for September 26 north of the border, setting the tone today is vital. A modest Stakes rating reflects the early-season timing, but don't tell these managers that. Montreal arrives with a dismal Form profile, having lost four of their first five matches. Their backline is hemorrhaging nearly three goals per game. Cincinnati hasn't been much better defensively, creating a compelling Balance that suggests an open, chaotic fixture where any attacking thrust could prove fatal.
Key Battle
The midfield engine room will decide this tie. Cincinnati relies heavily on Evander to dictate the tempo and carve open vulnerable backlines. He faces off against Montreal's brightest spark, Wikelman Carmona. While his team struggles, Carmona's individual Stars rating keeps climbing. If Evander finds space between the lines, Cincinnati will dominate possession. If Carmona forces turnovers and counters quickly, Montreal has a genuine lifeline.
Our Verdict
We expect a high-scoring home victory. Cincinnati's firepower should eventually overwhelm a Montreal defense that looks utterly lost. The visitors will likely strike on the break, but the hosts will pull away in the second half.