Major League Soccer Gameweek 1
San Diego 5 - 0 FT CF Montreal
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
14' C. McVey (A. Dreyer)
45' A. Pellegrino
HT
↓ S. Piette ↑M. Longstaff 46'
↓ G. Synchuk ↑W. Carmona 46'
Tomás Avilés 49'
Tomás Avilés 50'
↓ O. Escobar ↑B. Craig 51'
53' O. Valakari
59' M. Ingvartsen
60' ↓ O. Valakari ↑A. Mighten
60' ↓ M. Ingvartsen ↑D. Vazquez
↓ P. Owusu ↑D. Rios 61'
71' ↓ A. Godoy ↑P. Soma
71' ↓ L. Bombino ↑O. Verhoeven
81' ↓ A. Pellegrino ↑B. B. Zamble
85' B. B. Zamble
↓ V. Loturi ↑J. Neal 85'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
San Diego
Goalkeepers
Duran Ferree 
MAGNET
46
Activity
46
Activity
45
Passes
1
Duels
Defenders
Luca Bombino 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
71
Entry
Christopher McVey 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Manu Duah
MAGNET
108
Activity
108
Activity
102
Passes
6
Duels
Midfielders
K. Sargeant
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Aníbal Godoy
MAGNET
79
Activity
79
Activity
71
Passes
8
Duels
Jeppe Tverskov 
CAPTAIN FANTASTIC
0
Contribution
0
Contribution
9.3
Rating
Yes
Captain
Onni Valakari
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Anders Dreyer 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
2
Assists
56%
Pass Acc
Marcus Ingvartsen
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Amahl Pellegrino
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
CJ dos Santos 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Oscar Verhoeven
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ian Pilcher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Osvald Søe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bryce Duke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Vazquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pedro Soma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alex Mighten
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. B. Zamble 
CLUTCH HERO
85
Goal Time
85
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.5
Rating
CF Montreal
Goalkeepers
Thomas Gillier 
SIEVE
29%
Save %
29%
Save %
5
Conceded
2
Saves
Defenders
Bode Hidalgo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tomás Avilés 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
3
Fouls
5
Rating
Efraín Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brayan Vera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Samuel Piette
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Victor Loturi
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Hennadii Synchuk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Olger Escobar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
51
Total Mins
51
Entry
Dagur Dan Þórhallsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Prince-Osei Owusu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
61
Entry
BENCH
Sebastian Breza
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jalen Neal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brandan Craig
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
39
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuri Guboglo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wikelman Carmona
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matthew Longstaff
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iván Jaime
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Ríos 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Kwadwo Opoku
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Jose Earthquakes | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | +3 | WSan Jose Earthquakes 3 - 0 Sporting Kansas City (22-02-2026) |
| 2 | Seattle Sounders | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | +2 | WSeattle Sounders 2 - 0 Colorado Rapids (23-02-2026) |
| 3 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +1 | WVancouver Whitecaps 1 - 0 Real Salt Lake (22-02-2026) |
| 4 | Minnesota United FC | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | DAustin 2 - 2 Minnesota United FC (22-02-2026) |
| 5 | Austin | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | DAustin 2 - 2 Minnesota United FC (22-02-2026) |
| 6 | Real Salt Lake | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | LVancouver Whitecaps 1 - 0 Real Salt Lake (22-02-2026) |
| 7 | Colorado Rapids | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -2 | LSeattle Sounders 2 - 0 Colorado Rapids (23-02-2026) |
| 8 | Sporting Kansas City | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -3 | LSan Jose Earthquakes 3 - 0 Sporting Kansas City (22-02-2026) |
P: 1 GD: +3
P: 1 GD: -3
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +33
P: 26 GD: +4
P: 26 GD: +9
P: 26 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +14
P: 26 GD: +1
P: 27 GD: -8
P: 26 GD: -1
P: 26 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -5
P: 24 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: -34
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
San Diego
CF Montreal
San Diego
CF Montreal
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Five-Star San Diego Demolish Ten-Man Montreal
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 60/100. A ruthless attacking clinic and a catastrophic red card combined to produce a historic blowout for the soaring hosts.
Setting the Tempo
San Diego wasted no time taking control of the field at Snapdragon Stadium, setting an aggressive early rhythm that CF Montreal simply could not match. The hosts absolutely dominated possession from the opening whistle, orchestrating precise passing sequences and turning their control into a tangible advantage when C. McVey found the back of the net in the 14th minute. Set up beautifully by A. Dreyer, this crucial early opener tipped the Balance heavily in favor of the home side. Montreal struggled to string passes together, trapped deep in their own defensive third. San Diego continued to orchestrate wave after wave of unrelenting pressure, ultimately culminating in A. Pellegrino doubling the lead right on the stroke of halftime.
The Turning Point
If Montreal harbored any genuine hopes of a dramatic second-half comeback, those dreams evaporated completely in the 50th minute. A harsh and reckless challenge from Tomás Avilés prompted a lengthy VAR review, which ultimately upgraded his initial offense to a straight red card. This pivotal moment spiked the match's Intensity but completely shattered Montreal's remaining tactical structure. Down to ten men and already trailing by two goals, the visitors suffered a total collapse. San Diego ruthlessly capitalized on the glaring numerical advantage. O. Valakari struck a beautiful finish just three minutes after the dismissal, turning a comfortable lead into an absolute rout and leaving Montreal chasing shadows across the expansive pitch.
The Finishing Blow
The floodgates were now fully open, and the home crowd roared for more. M. Ingvartsen added a ruthless fourth goal in the 59th minute, rewarding the creative brilliance of midfield maestro Jeppe Tverskov, who pulled the tactical strings flawlessly all night. Not content to just run out the clock, the hosts maintained their high Stakes mentality and relentless pressing until the final whistle. Substitute B. B. Zamble put the definitive icing on the cake in the 85th minute, sealing a massive 5-0 victory. This commanding performance extends San Diego's impressive unbeaten run, while Montreal are left desperately searching for answers after a disastrous defensive collapse on the road.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Tomás Avilés impact the match?
The 50th-minute dismissal crippled Montreal's defense. Down to ten men, they immediately conceded three more goals as San Diego relentlessly exploited the open spaces.
What made Jeppe Tverskov the Man of the Match?
Tverskov masterminded the midfield with elite vision, providing a crucial assist and orchestrating San Diego's transitions to dismantle Montreal's defensive shape completely.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
San Diego's early dominance, relentless attacking pressure, and Montreal's catastrophic second-half red card created the perfect storm for a remarkably one-sided goalfest.
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.
Unbeaten San Diego Target Vulnerable Montreal
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. San Diego's blistering early-season pace makes them heavy favourites against a Montreal side desperate to plug defensive leaks.
The Setup
Heading into the February 22, 2026 clash at Snapdragon Stadium, the trajectories of these two Major League Soccer sides could not be more different. San Diego are flying high in fourth place, boasting an unbeaten record and a relentless attack that has already found the net with ease. With players like A. Dreyer pulling the strings, their exceptional Form rating reflects a squad brimming with early-season confidence. Conversely, CF Montreal sit twelfth, reeling from four defeats in five outings. Despite the efforts of midfielders like Iván Jaime, the visitors have conceded an alarming number of goals. The modest Stakes and lower Stars scores hint at a match that feels highly lopsided, drastically shifting the competitive Balance towards the hosts.
Key Battle
The defining contest takes place in Montreal's defensive third. The visitors' back line has been thoroughly dismantled in recent weeks, and they now face a home attacking unit that scores for fun. If Montreal's defensive structure crumbles early under the pressure, the floodgates will open.
Our Prediction
We expect a commanding 3-1 victory for San Diego. The hosts will dictate the tempo from the opening whistle, exploiting the glaring gaps in the opposition's shape to secure another comfortable three points on home turf.