Explore MFF’s detailed preview for CF Montréal vs New York City in the Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:30 BST match.Explore MFF’s detailed preview for CF Montréal vs New York City in the Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:30 BST match.
Match Details
- Fixture: CF Montréal vs New York City
- Date: Saturday, 25 April 2026
- Kick-off: 19:30 BST
- Venue: Stade Saputo
Our predictions for CF Montréal vs New York City
Match Prediction: CF Montréal 2-1 New York City
CF Montréal will be looking to build on their recent 4-1 triumph over New York RB, and with home advantage, they might just have the edge. Their attacking trio of Prince Owusu, Iván Jaime, and Noah Streit could prove too hot to handle for New York City’s defence, especially given the visitors’ recent struggles at the back. Expect Montréal to come out with confidence, pressing high and looking to exploit any defensive lapses.CF Montréal will be looking to build on their recent 4-1 triumph over New York RB, and with home advantage, they might just have the edge. Their attacking trio of Prince Owusu, Iván Jaime, and Noah Streit could prove too hot to handle for New York City’s defence, especially given the visitors’ recent struggles at the back. Expect Montréal to come out with confidence, pressing high and looking to exploit any defensive lapses.
New York City, on the other hand, will be eager to shake off their recent 4-4 draw against Cincinnati. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and rely on Maxi Moralez to orchestrate play from midfield. If they can keep it compact and hit on the counter, they might just nick something. However, given the form and head-to-head record, Montréal seems to have the upper hand.New York City, on the other hand, will be eager to shake off their recent 4-4 draw against Cincinnati. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and rely on Maxi Moralez to orchestrate play from midfield. If they can keep it compact and hit on the counter, they might just nick something. However, given the form and head-to-head record, Montréal seems to have the upper hand.
Form Guide & Team Overview
CF Montréal
CF Montréal’s recent form has been a mixed bag, but their latest 4-1 victory over New York RB will have done wonders for their confidence. Prior to that, they suffered a string of defeats, including a narrow 1-2 loss to Philadelphia Union and a 0-3 drubbing by New England. Despite these setbacks, their ability to bounce back with a convincing win suggests they might be turning a corner.CF Montréal’s recent form has been a mixed bag, but their latest 4-1 victory over New York RB will have done wonders for their confidence. Prior to that, they suffered a string of defeats, including a narrow 1-2 loss to Philadelphia Union and a 0-3 drubbing by New England. Despite these setbacks, their ability to bounce back with a convincing win suggests they might be turning a corner.
Recent Major League Soccer Results:
- Win: 4-1 vs New York RB (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Philadelphia Union (H)
- Loss: 0-3 vs New England (A)
- Loss: 3-4 vs Cincinnati (A)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Orlando City (A)
New York City
New York City has been struggling to find consistency, with their last five matches yielding no wins. Their recent 4-4 draw against Cincinnati was a thrilling encounter, but it highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities. Losses to Charlotte and Vancouver Whitecaps have further dented their morale, and they’ll need to regroup quickly if they’re to challenge Montréal.New York City has been struggling to find consistency, with their last five matches yielding no wins. Their recent 4-4 draw against Cincinnati was a thrilling encounter, but it highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities. Losses to Charlotte and Vancouver Whitecaps have further dented their morale, and they’ll need to regroup quickly if they’re to challenge Montréal.
Recent Major League Soccer Results:
- Draw: 4-4 vs Cincinnati (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Charlotte (H)
- Loss: 0-2 vs Vancouver Whitecaps (A)
- Draw: 1-1 vs St. Louis City (H)
- Loss: 2-3 vs Inter Miami (H)
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record favours CF Montréal, who have won the last three encounters without conceding a goal. Their most recent victory was a 1-0 win in June 2025, showcasing their defensive solidity against New York City. However, New York City did manage a couple of wins back in 2024, indicating they can be a threat on their day. Montréal will be keen to maintain their dominance in this fixture.The head-to-head record favours CF Montréal, who have won the last three encounters without conceding a goal. Their most recent victory was a 1-0 win in June 2025, showcasing their defensive solidity against New York City. However, New York City did manage a couple of wins back in 2024, indicating they can be a threat on their day. Montréal will be keen to maintain their dominance in this fixture.
Recent Major League Soccer Results
- CF Montréal 1-0 New York City (28 Jun 2025)
- New York City 0-1 CF Montréal (10 May 2025)
- CF Montréal 2-0 New York City (19 Oct 2024)
- New York City 2-0 CF Montréal (03 Jul 2024)
- New York City 2-0 CF Montréal (30 Aug 2023)
Team News & Injury Report
CF Montréal
- Gennadiy Synchuk (Unknown Injury)
New York City
- Drew Baiera (Cruciate Ligament Tear)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
CF Montréal (4-3-3)
- Predicted lineup: Guilier (GK), Neal (DF), Vera (DF), Petrasso (DF), Bugaj (DF), Piette (MF), Longstaff (MF), Loturi (MF), Owusu (AT), Jaime (AT), Streit (AT)Predicted lineup: Guilier (GK), Neal (DF), Vera (DF), Petrasso (DF), Bugaj (DF), Piette (MF), Longstaff (MF), Loturi (MF), Owusu (AT), Jaime (AT), Streit (AT)
CF Montréal is expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Thomas Guilier between the sticks. The attacking trio of Owusu, Jaime, and Streit will be crucial, supported by a midfield anchored by Matty Longstaff and Victor Loturi, aiming to control the tempo and create chances.CF Montréal is expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Thomas Guilier between the sticks. The attacking trio of Owusu, Jaime, and Streit will be crucial, supported by a midfield anchored by Matty Longstaff and Victor Loturi, aiming to control the tempo and create chances.
New York City (4-2-3-1)
- Predicted lineup: Freese (GK), Martins (DF), O’Toole (DF), Gray (DF), Gustavo (DF), Trewin (MF), Moralez (MF), Wolf (MF), O’Neill (MF), Ojeda (MF), Mercau (AT)Predicted lineup: Freese (GK), Martins (DF), O’Toole (DF), Gray (DF), Gustavo (DF), Trewin (MF), Moralez (MF), Wolf (MF), O’Neill (MF), Ojeda (MF), Mercau (AT)
New York City is likely to stick with their 4-2-3-1 setup, with Matt Freese in goal. Maxi Moralez will be the creative hub in midfield, looking to link up with Nicolás Fernández Mercau up front. The defensive line, led by Tayvon Gray, will need to be alert to Montréal’s attacking threats.New York City is likely to stick with their 4-2-3-1 setup, with Matt Freese in goal. Maxi Moralez will be the creative hub in midfield, looking to link up with Nicolás Fernández Mercau up front. The defensive line, led by Tayvon Gray, will need to be alert to Montréal’s attacking threats.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
- Owusu vs Gray: Owusu’s pace and movement will test Gray’s defensive positioning throughout the match.Owusu vs Gray: Owusu’s pace and movement will test Gray’s defensive positioning throughout the match.
- Loturi vs Wolf: Loturi’s energy and ball-winning ability will be crucial in disrupting Wolf’s playmaking duties.Loturi vs Wolf: Loturi’s energy and ball-winning ability will be crucial in disrupting Wolf’s playmaking duties.
- Longstaff (CF Montréal): Longstaff’s vision and passing range make him the key to unlocking New York City’s defence.Longstaff (CF Montréal): Longstaff’s vision and passing range make him the key to unlocking New York City’s defence.
- Moralez (New York City): Moralez’s creativity and experience are vital for New York City’s attacking play.Moralez (New York City): Moralez’s creativity and experience are vital for New York City’s attacking play.
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