Match Summary
New York City FC defeated CF Montreal 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by A. Martínez 9′, A. Martínez 56′. 2 yellow cards were shown. New York City FC had 48% possession while CF Montreal held 52%. New York City FC had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for CF Montreal. Expected goals: New York City FC 2.74 — CF Montreal 0.88. New York City FC made 5 substitutions, CF Montreal made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Alonso Martínez 10′).
Match Events
Key match events between New York City FC and CF Montreal — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: H. Wolf
assist: H. Wolf
Match Statistics
New York City FC had 48% possession against CF Montreal's 52%. New York City FC registered 16 shots (7 on target) while CF Montreal managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 10–13.
Lineups
New York City FC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under N. Cushing, while CF Montreal deployed a 3-4-2-1 under L. Courtois.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for New York City FC is 6.99, compared to 6.95 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. New York City FC's highest-rated starter is M. Moralez (7.14), while CF Montreal's best-rated player is J. Sirois (6.95).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of New York City FC have contributed 23 goals and 11 assists this season, led by A. Martínez (19G). CF Montreal's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
New York City FC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against CF Montreal's 3-man backline averaging —. 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
New York City FC field 5 midfielders averaging 7.14, versus CF Montreal's 4 rated —. 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
New York City FC start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.00, compared to 3 for CF Montreal 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.
Discipline
New York City FC's starters have collected 29 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 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 New York City FC's starting XI is 28.4 (youngest: T. Gray (23), oldest: M. Moralez (38)), while CF Montreal average 26.8 (youngest: J. Sosa (23), oldest: Josef Martínez (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
New York City FC's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 23 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, New York City FC have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. CF Montreal show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
New York City FC and CF Montreal have met 2 times — New York City FC won 0, CF Montreal won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. CF Montreal 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 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026