Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
CF Montreal defeated Charlotte 4:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by W. Zaha 10′, D. Sealy 41′, F. Herbers 53′, D. Sealy 86′, P. Owusu 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Charlotte had 41% possession while CF Montreal held 59%. Charlotte had 6 shots (1 on target) compared to 17 (9 on target) for CF Montreal. Expected goals: Charlotte 0.74 — CF Montreal 2.57. Charlotte made 5 substitutions, CF Montreal made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Adilson Malanda 19′).
Match Events
Key match events between Charlotte and CF Montreal — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: L. Petrasso
assist: Ivan Jaime
Match Statistics
Charlotte had 41% possession against CF Montreal's 59%. Charlotte registered 6 shots (1 on target) while CF Montreal managed 17 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 1–7. Fouls committed: 9–18.
Lineups
Charlotte lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Dean Smith, while CF Montreal deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Marco Donadel.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Charlotte is 6.97, compared to 6.70 for CF Montreal. 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. Charlotte's highest-rated starter is A. Westwood (7.61), while CF Montreal's best-rated player is P. Owusu (7.22).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Charlotte have contributed 11 goals and 8 assists this season, led by I. Toklomati (5G). CF Montreal's starters account for 12 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by P. Owusu (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Charlotte deploy 4 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against CF Montreal's 4-man backline averaging 6.46. 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
Charlotte field 4 midfielders averaging 7.07, versus CF Montreal's 5 rated 6.77. 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
Charlotte start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.76, compared to 1 for CF Montreal averaging 7.22. 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 86% for Charlotte and 74% for CF Montreal. 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
Charlotte's starters have collected 22 yellow cards this season, compared to 20 for CF Montreal. 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 Charlotte's starting XI is 30.3 (youngest: I. Toklomati (21), oldest: T. Ream (38)), while CF Montreal average 23.3 (youngest: Y. Guboglo (18), oldest: F. Herbers (32)). 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
Charlotte's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 9 for CF Montreal. 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: Dean Smith
Substitutes
Coach: Marco Donadel
Rivalry since 2022
Charlotte vs CF Montreal Head to Head Results· 7
Charlotte and CF Montreal have met 7 times — Charlotte won 2, CF Montreal won 4, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. CF Montreal leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 13 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.86 per match (5 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (29%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (29%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
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In their last 6 matches, Charlotte have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. CF Montreal show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026