Major League Soccer Gameweek 22
Inter Miami 7 - 1 FT CF Montreal
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
11' I. Fray
20' Casemiro (T. Segovia)
F. Herbers 35'
F. Herbers (N. Streit) 37'
N. Streit 39'
40' L. Petrasso
HT
52' L. Messi
โ S. Piette โD. Pereira 59'
โ F. Herbers โA. Sanchez 60'
โ G. Synchuk โD. Sealy 60'
76' โ T. Segovia โA. Shaw
80' L. Suarez (L. Messi)
83' L. Messi (R. de Paul)
โ J. Neal โB. Craig 84'
โ N. Streit โW. Carmona 84'
86' โ I. Fray โF. Mura
86' โ N. Allen โC. Abadia-Reda
89' A. Shaw
90'+6 L. Messi
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Inter Miami
Goalkeepers
Dayne St. Clair 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ian Fray
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Maximiliano Falcรณn 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
80%
Duel Win %
Casemiro 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Noah Allen 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
Rodrigo De Paul 
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
1
Assists
57%
Pass Acc
Yannick Bright 
MAGNET
96
Activity
96
Activity
83
Passes
13
Duels
Telasco Segovia 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Forwards
Lionel Messi 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
10
Rating
Luis Suรกrez 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Germรกn Berterame
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
BENCH
Rocco Rรญos Novo 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Facundo Mura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fricio Caicedo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ezequiel Abadia-Reda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Shaw
CLUTCH HERO
89
Goal Time
89
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.7
Rating
Preston Plambeck
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Ayala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lovens Delinois
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Pinter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
CF Montreal
Goalkeepers
Thomas Gillier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Dawid Bugaj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jalen Neal
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
45%
Pass Acc
Brayan Vera 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
6
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Luca Petrasso 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
0
Fouls
4.6
Rating
Midfielders
Matthew Longstaff
MAGNET
69
Activity
69
Activity
63
Passes
6
Duels
Samuel Piette
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Fabian Herbers
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Hennadii Synchuk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
60
Entry
Prince-Osei Owusu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noah Streit 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.2
Rating
BENCH
Sebastian Breza
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Brandan Craig
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dani Pereira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Victor Loturi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dante Sealy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wikelman Carmona
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Olger Escobar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexis Sรกnchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Rรญos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2026 | CF Montreal | 0 - 1 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | Saputo Stadium |
| 07/05/2025 | CF Montreal | 1 - 4 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | Saputo Stadium |
| 05/28/2025 | Inter Miami | 4 - 2 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Chase Stadium |
| 05/11/2024 | CF Montreal | 2 - 3 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
| 03/10/2024 | Inter Miami | 2 - 3 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Chase Stadium |
| 05/27/2023 | CF Montreal | 1 - 0 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
| 02/26/2023 | Inter Miami | 2 - 0 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | DRV PNK Stadium |
| 02/16/2023 | Inter Miami | 1 - 2 | CF Montreal | Friendlies Clubs | DRV PNK Stadium |
| 10/09/2022 | Inter Miami | 1 - 3 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | DRV PNK Stadium |
| 08/06/2022 | CF Montreal | 2 - 2 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
07/25/2026
07/05/2025
05/28/2025
05/11/2024
03/10/2024
05/27/2023
02/26/2023
02/16/2023
10/09/2022
08/06/2022
Inter Miami Win
CF Montreal Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 19 GD: +27
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 17 GD: +13
P: 19 GD: +9
P: 17 GD: +6
P: 18 GD: +5
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 19 GD: -5
P: 19 GD: -11
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 18 GD: -7
P: 17 GD: -11
League Standings
P: 26 GD: +32
P: 26 GD: +12
P: 26 GD: +15
P: 26 GD: +10
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 26 GD: -14
P: 26 GD: -14
P: 25 GD: -7
P: 26 GD: +5
P: 25 GD: -8
P: 26 GD: -10
P: 26 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Inter Miami
CF Montreal
Inter Miami
CF Montreal
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Inter Miami's Seven-Goal Masterclass Dismantles CF Montreal
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 85/100. A stunning hat-trick from Lionel Messi fueled a ruthless second-half demolition at Nu Stadium, as Inter Miami completely dismantled the visitors.
The Early Exchanges
The early exchanges at Nu Stadium promised a competitive clash before descending into an absolute rout. Inter Miami struck first when Casemiro found the back of the net in the 20th minute, rewarding the home side's aggressive start. However, CF Montreal refused to fold immediately. The visitors responded with genuine threat, culminating in a 37th-minute equalizer from F. Herbers. At that exact moment, a high Intensity rating defined the contest, with both sides trading blows and goalkeepers forced into early action amid a flurry of attempts. But the visitors' momentum was painfully short-lived. A devastating own goal just three minutes later restored the hosts' advantage, fracturing the defensive resolve that Montreal had worked so hard to build.
The Maestro's Takeover
Emerging from the halftime interval with a narrow lead, the home side completely tilted the Balance of the match. The turning point arrived in the 52nd minute when L. Messi delivered his first goal of the evening, effectively breaking the visitors' spirit. Inter Miami settled into a rhythm, commanding the midfield and dictating a controlled possession spell of 57%. They choked out Montreal's transition opportunities while relentlessly probing the final third. A combined 30 shots rained down across the ninety minutes, transforming the pitch into a shooting gallery where the away sideโs defensive shape dissolved entirely. The sheer volume of attacking pressure proved insurmountable, as the hosts consistently bypassed the defensive lines with clinical, precise passing that set the stage for a dramatic conclusion.
The Late Avalanche
The final ten minutes delivered a breathtaking goal flurry that cemented the match as an instant classic. L. Suarez ignited the late surge with an 80th-minute strike, followed rapidly by another masterful finish from Messi. Off the bench, super-sub A. Shaw instantly made his mark, adding his name to the scoresheet in the 89th minute. Finally, Messi capped off his extraordinary hat-trick deep into stoppage time. The Stakes were clear: this emphatic 7-1 triumph propels the hosts into fourth place, keeping them firmly in the hunt near the top of the table. For the battered visitors, currently languishing in twelfth, this heavy defeat exposes glaring defensive vulnerabilities. It was a merciless, historic evening that will resonate throughout the regular season.
Key Questions
What made Lionel Messi the Man of the Match?
Messi dominated with a spectacular hat-trick and one assist, proving untouchable in the final third while dictating the entire offensive tempo.
What caused the 8-goal thriller?
Relentless attacking intent from the hosts, combined with 30 total shots and a late, ruthless flurry of four goals in the final ten minutes.
How did substitute Lionel Messi change the game?
Messi actually started the match and dominated throughout. However, true substitute A. Shaw made an instant impact by scoring just minutes after coming off the bench.
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.
Miami's Title Credentials on Display
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 28/100. With Inter Miami chasing MLS supremacy, this clash against a struggling CF Montreal side is a mismatch that promises fireworks despite the lopsided odds.
The Setup
The MLS title race heats up this August 29, 2026, as Inter Miami hosts CF Montreal at Nu Stadium. Sitting in second place with 39 points, the home side is firmly hunting down the top spot. Meanwhile, the visitors are languishing in 13th place with just 21 points, desperately needing to find stability. Miamiโs Form has been surprisingly bumpy lately with a LDLDW record, including some glaring defensive leaks. However, their Stars rating remains astronomical. When you have Lionel Messi and R. De Paul pulling the strings, goals are almost guaranteed. The metrics point to a high-scoring affair, driven by two leaky defenses and a massive disparity in overall quality, leaving the Balance completely tilted in favor of the hosts.
Key Battle
With the Stakes heavily favoring Miami's title charge, the tactical battle will be defined by Montreal's defensive shape against Miami's relentless attacking waves. Montrealโs backline will try to sit deep and absorb pressure, while the home midfield will probe for the smallest pockets of space to unlock a defense that has been shipping goals all season.
Our Prediction
Expect a dominant home performance. Inter Miami will likely control possession from the first whistle, eventually overwhelming Montreal's low block. With both teams showing a tendency to concede, Montreal might snatch a consolation goal, but the hosts will walk away with a comfortable, high-scoring victory to keep their championship dreams alive.