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Major League SoccerSeason 2025

CF Montreal vs Toronto FC

17 May 2025 at 19:30Saputo Stadium, Montreal
Referee: Filip Dujic

Match Summary

Toronto FC defeated CF Montreal 6:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by T. Spicer 14′, F. Bernardeschi 30′, O. Brynhildsen 33′, F. Bernardeschi 55′, G. Vrioni 64′, T. Corbeanu 66′, T. Corbeanu 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. CF Montreal had 43% possession while Toronto FC held 57%. CF Montreal had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 19 (8 on target) for Toronto FC. Expected goals: CF Montreal 2.00 — Toronto FC 2.19. CF Montreal made 5 substitutions, Toronto FC made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between CF Montreal and Toronto FC — 7 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

CF Montreal had 43% possession against Toronto FC's 57%. CF Montreal registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Toronto FC managed 19 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 12–15.

Shots on Goal
5
8
Shots Off Goal
3
7
Total Shots
11
19
Blocked Shots
3
4
Shots inside the Box
6
14
Shots outside the Box
5
5
Fouls
12
15
Corner Kicks
5
3
Offsides
1
1
Ball Possession
43%
57%
Yellow Cards
3
1
Red Cards
1
0
Goalkeeper Saves
2
4
Total Passes
395
540
Accurate Passes
334
485
Pass Accuracy
85%
90%
Expected Goals (xG)
2.00
2.19
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0
0

Lineups

CF Montreal lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Marco Donadel, while Toronto FC deployed a 3-4-1-2 under Robin Lucius Fraser.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CF Montreal is 6.63, compared to 6.46 for Toronto FC. 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 J. Neal (6.80), while Toronto FC's best-rated player is L. Stefanovic (6.48).

Defensive Solidity

CF Montreal deploy 4 defenders rated 6.61 on average, against Toronto FC's 3-man backline averaging 6.48. 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 6.66, versus Toronto FC's 4 rated 6.45. 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 —, compared to 3 for Toronto FC averaging —. 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 82% for CF Montreal and 84% for Toronto FC. 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Toronto FC. 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 25.2 (youngest: D. Bugaj (21), oldest: S. Piette (31)), while Toronto FC average 20.5 (youngest: L. Stefanovic (19), oldest: K. Thompson (22)). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 4 for Toronto FC. 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.

CF Montreal4-2-3-13-4-1-2Toronto FC
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Breza27Bugaj16Waterman2Neal13Petrasso19Saliba6Piette25Sealy23Clark3Pearce17Vrioni1Johnson17Rosted5Long76Stefano.6Thompson20Flores23Domingu.16Spicer24Insigne10Bernard.9Brynhil.

Substitutes

Coach: Marco Donadel

Substitutes

Coach: Robin Lucius Fraser

CF MontrealPosition StrengthToronto FC
6.63
Avg Rating
6.46
6.61Defender (4 v 3)6.48
0G 0A0G 0A
6.66Midfielder (5 v 4)6.45
0G 0A0G 0A
CF Montreal4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperS. Breza
27DefenderD. Bugaj6.5
16DefenderJ. Waterman
2DefenderJ. Neal6.8
13DefenderL. Petrasso6.5
19MidfielderN. Saliba
6MidfielderS. Piette6.7
25MidfielderD. Sealy
23MidfielderC. Clark
3MidfielderT. Pearce
17ForwardG. Vrioni
Toronto FC3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperS. Johnson
17DefenderS. Rosted
5DefenderK. Long
76DefenderL. Stefanovic6.5
6MidfielderK. Thompson6.5
20MidfielderD. Flores
23MidfielderM. Dominguez
16MidfielderT. Spicer
24ForwardL. Insigne
10ForwardF. Bernardeschi
9ForwardO. Brynhildsen

Rivalry since 2012

CF Montreal vs Toronto FC Head to Head Results· 46

CF Montreal and Toronto FC have met 46 times — CF Montreal won 19, Toronto FC won 19, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. A combined 138 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (65 for the home side, 73 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 26 matches (57%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 25 games (54%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Toronto FC are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–5 in 2017.

Drawn
8
·
Total goals
138 · 3.0/match
Both scored
26/46 · 57%
Over 2.5
25/46 · 54%

Recent Meetings

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Highest-scoring game: 35 v 2017

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In their last 6 matches, CF Montreal have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Toronto FC show 0 wins, 1 draw and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026