Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
CF Montreal and Columbus Crew drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by L. Petrasso 29′, J. Russell-Rowe 63′. 1 yellow card was shown. CF Montreal had 41% possession while Columbus Crew held 59%. CF Montreal had 4 shots (2 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Columbus Crew. Expected goals: CF Montreal 0.22 — Columbus Crew 1.94. CF Montreal made 5 substitutions, Columbus Crew made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between CF Montreal and Columbus Crew — 2 goals and 1 card recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
CF Montreal had 41% possession against Columbus Crew's 59%. CF Montreal registered 4 shots (2 on target) while Columbus Crew managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 0–4. Fouls committed: 9–10.
Lineups
CF Montreal lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Marco Donadel, while Columbus Crew deployed a 3-4-3 under Wilfried Nancy.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for CF Montreal is 6.77, compared to 6.78 for Columbus Crew. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. CF Montreal's highest-rated starter is P. Owusu (7.22), while Columbus Crew's best-rated player is M. Arfsten (7.05).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of CF Montreal have contributed 10 goals and 7 assists this season, led by P. Owusu (9G). Columbus Crew's starters account for 5 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by M. Arfsten (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
CF Montreal deploy 4 defenders rated 6.61 on average, against Columbus Crew's 3-man backline averaging 6.65. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
CF Montreal field 5 midfielders averaging 6.77, versus Columbus Crew's 4 rated 6.99. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
CF Montreal start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.22, compared to 3 for Columbus Crew averaging 6.53. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 78% for CF Montreal and 86% for Columbus Crew. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
CF Montreal's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Columbus Crew. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of CF Montreal's starting XI is 25.3 (youngest: D. Bugaj (21), oldest: F. Herbers (32)), while Columbus Crew average 27.0 (youngest: P. Schulte (24), oldest: S. Moreira (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
CF Montreal's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 11 for Columbus Crew. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Marco Donadel
Substitutes
Coach: Wilfried Nancy
Rivalry since 2012
CF Montreal vs Columbus Crew Head to Head Results· 31
CF Montreal and Columbus Crew have met 31 times — CF Montreal won 10, Columbus Crew won 15, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Columbus Crew leads the head-to-head with 15 victories from 31 meetings. A combined 92 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.97 per match (43 for the home side, 49 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 20 matches (65%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 21 games (68%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Columbus Crew are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–4 in 2016.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, CF Montreal have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Columbus Crew show 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026