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New York Red Bulls vs Cf Montreal

Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison26 April 2025 at 21:30

Match Events

New York Red Bulls
CF Montreal
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
S. PietteN. Saliba
46′
P. OwusuO. Graham-Roache
58′
Y. GubogloT. Pearce
N. Eile

assist: O. Valencia

67′
71′
C. ClarkD. Yankov
C. HarperD. Gjengaar
78′
78′
V. LoturiJ. Vilsaint
E. M. Choupo-MotingS. Ngoma
83′
E. ForsbergT. Parker
83′
W. CarmonaR. Edwards
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal3
12Total Shots9
3Blocked Shots1
8Shots insidebox6
4Shots outsidebox3
13Fouls8
6Corner Kicks4
1Offsides0
50%Ball Possession50%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves5
387Total passes393
301Passes accurate304
78%Passes %77%
1.16expected_goals0.36
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for New York Red Bulls is 6.55, compared to 6.63 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 Red Bulls's highest-rated starter is E. Forsberg (6.73), while CF Montreal's best-rated player is P. Owusu (7.01).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of New York Red Bulls have contributed 3 goals and 3 assists this season, led by E. M. Choupo-Moting (2G). CF Montreal's starters account for 7 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by P. Owusu (6G). 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 Red Bulls deploy 4 defenders rated 6.30 on average, against CF Montreal's 4-man backline averaging 6.55. 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 Red Bulls field 5 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus CF Montreal's 5 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

New York Red Bulls start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.62, compared to 1 for CF Montreal averaging 7.01. 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 83% for New York Red Bulls and 73% 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

New York Red Bulls's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 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 Red Bulls's starting XI is 30.3 (youngest: O. Valencia (21), oldest: E. M. Choupo-Moting (36)), while CF Montreal average 24.9 (youngest: Y. Guboglo (18), oldest: S. Piette (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

New York Red Bulls's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 8 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.

New York Red Bulls4-2-3-14-2-3-1CF Montreal
GKDEFMIDFWD
31Coronel6Duncan15Nealis3Eile5Valencia20Carballo8Stroud17Harper10Forsberg19Carmona13Choupo-.1Breza27Bugaj24Campbell4Alvarez13Petrasso6Piette22Loturi25Sealy23Clark39Guboglo9Owusu

Substitutes

Coach: Sandro Schwarz

Substitutes

Coach: Marco Donadel

New York Red BullsPosition StrengthCF Montreal
6.55
Avg Rating
6.63
6.30Defender (4 v 4)6.55
0G 0A0G 0A
6.73Midfielder (5 v 5)6.56
1G 3A1G 1A
6.62Forward (1 v 1)7.01
2G 0A6G 5A
New York Red Bulls4-2-3-1
31GoalkeeperCarlos Coronel
6DefenderK. Duncan
15DefenderS. Nealis
3DefenderN. Eile
5DefenderO. Valencia6.3
20MidfielderF. Carballo
8MidfielderP. Stroud
17MidfielderC. Harper
10MidfielderE. Forsberg6.71G3A
19MidfielderW. Carmona
13ForwardE. M. Choupo-Moting6.62G
CF Montreal4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperS. Breza
27DefenderD. Bugaj6.6
24DefenderG. Campbell
4DefenderF. Alvarez
13DefenderL. Petrasso6.5
6MidfielderS. Piette6.7
22MidfielderV. Loturi6.81G1A
25MidfielderD. Sealy
23MidfielderC. Clark
39MidfielderY. Guboglo6.2
9ForwardP. Owusu7.06G5A

Match Summary

New York Red Bulls defeated CF Montreal 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by N. Eile 67′. 5 yellow cards were shown. New York Red Bulls had 50% possession while CF Montreal held 50%. New York Red Bulls had 12 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for CF Montreal. Expected goals: New York Red Bulls 1.16 — CF Montreal 0.36. New York Red Bulls made 4 substitutions, CF Montreal made 5.

Rivalry since 2012

New York Red Bulls vs CF Montreal Head to Head Results

33 stretnutí
New York Red Bulls
15
wins
Drawn
4
CF Montreal
14
wins
Total goals
103 · 3.1/match
Both scored
19/33 · 58%
Over 2.5
24/33 · 73%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 52 v 2012

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

API data: 11 May 2026