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Major League SoccerSeason 2025

CF Montreal vs Austin

24 August 2025 at 00:30Saputo Stadium, Montreal
32
Away

Austin

Referee: Allen Chapman

Match Summary

CF Montreal defeated Austin 3:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by G. Synchuk 9′, M. Uzuni 40′, D. Sealy 45′, P. Owusu 67′ (pen.), O. Wolff 77′. 7 yellow cards were shown. CF Montreal had 49% possession while Austin held 51%. CF Montreal had 13 shots (7 on target) compared to 10 (6 on target) for Austin. Expected goals: CF Montreal 1.96 — Austin 0.94. CF Montreal made 5 substitutions, Austin made 5.

Match Events

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

Match Statistics

CF Montreal had 49% possession against Austin's 51%. CF Montreal registered 13 shots (7 on target) while Austin managed 10 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 2–2. Fouls committed: 16–11.

Shots on Goal
7
6
Shots Off Goal
4
4
Total Shots
13
10
Blocked Shots
2
0
Shots inside the Box
8
7
Shots outside the Box
5
3
Fouls
16
11
Corner Kicks
2
2
Offsides
0
0
Ball Possession
49%
51%
Yellow Cards
5
2
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
4
4
Total Passes
371
393
Accurate Passes
305
317
Pass Accuracy
82%
81%
Expected Goals (xG)
1.96
0.94
Goals Prevented (xGP)
-1
-1

Lineups

CF Montreal lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Marco Donadel, while Austin deployed a 4-4-2 under Nicolás Estévez Martínez.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CF Montreal is 6.76, compared to 6.75 for Austin. 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 Austin's best-rated player is B. Stuver (7.29).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of CF Montreal have contributed 13 goals and 11 assists this season, led by P. Owusu (9G). Austin's starters account for 8 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by M. Uzuni (5G). 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 6.59 on average, against Austin's 4-man backline averaging 6.73. 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 6 midfielders averaging 6.76, versus Austin's 4 rated 6.56. 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 2 for Austin averaging 6.88. 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 76% for CF Montreal and 85% for Austin. 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 20 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 for Austin. 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 22.6 (youngest: G. Synchuk (19), oldest: P. Owusu (28)), while Austin average 29.4 (youngest: O. Wolff (21), oldest: I. Sanchez (35)). 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 12 league appearances each, versus 11 for Austin. 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 Montreal4-2-3-14-4-2Austin
GKDEFMIDFWD
31Gillier27Bugaj4Alvarez24Morales13Petrasso8Longsta.22Loturi18Synchuk29Escobar25Sealy9Owusu1Stuver3Desler5Svatok4Hines-I.29Biro11Bukari14Sabovic6Sanchez33Wolff21Rubio10Uzuni

Substitutes

Coach: Marco Donadel

Substitutes

Coach: Nicolás Estévez Martínez

CF MontrealPosition StrengthAustin
6.76
Avg Rating
6.75
Goalkeeper (0 v 1)7.29
0G 0A
6.59Defender (4 v 4)6.73
0G 1A3G 1A
6.76Midfielder (6 v 4)6.56
4G 4A0G 0A
7.22Forward (1 v 2)6.88
9G 6A5G 0A
CF Montreal4-2-3-1
27DefenderD. Bugaj6.5
4DefenderF. Alvarez
24DefenderE. Morales6.71A
13DefenderL. Petrasso6.5
31MidfielderT. Gillier6.8
8MidfielderM. Longstaff7.12G3A
22MidfielderV. Loturi6.71G1A
18MidfielderG. Synchuk6.71G
29MidfielderO. Escobar6.5
25MidfielderD. Sealy
9ForwardP. Owusu7.29G6A
Austin4-4-2
1GoalkeeperB. Stuver7.3
3DefenderM. Desler6.81G
5DefenderO. Svatok6.6
4DefenderB. Hines-Ike6.91G
29DefenderGuilherme Biro6.51G1A
11MidfielderO. Bukari
14MidfielderB. Sabovic6.4
6MidfielderI. Sanchez6.8
33MidfielderO. Wolff6.5
21ForwardD. Rubio
10ForwardM. Uzuni6.95G

Rivalry since 2022

CF Montreal vs Austin Head to Head Results· 2

CF Montreal and Austin have met 2 times — CF Montreal won 0, Austin won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. Austin leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2023.

Drawn
0
·
2
wins
Total goals
2 · 1.0/match
Both scored
0/2 · 0%
Over 2.5
0/2 · 0%

Recent Meetings

Match Details
Match Details
Highest-scoring game: 10 v 2023

Recent Form

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In their last 6 matches, CF Montreal have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Austin show 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

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

API data: 11 May 2026