In a crucial match for their MLS Cup playoff hopes, CF Montreal is gearing up to face off against Austin FC at Saputo Stadium this Saturday.
After a 1-1 draw against DC United, Montreal climbed off the bottom of the Eastern Conference, while Austin currently sits in eighth place in the Western Conference following a similar result against FC Dallas.
Montreal has managed to secure points in three of their last five home games, but they have struggled to score more than one goal in seven consecutive matches at Saputo Stadium.
Although Montreal has defeated Texas-based MLS teams in their last two encounters, they have not won a home game against a Texas side since their 2-0 victory over Houston Dynamo in November 2021.
The two teams last faced each other in March 2023, with Austin coming out on top with a 1-0 win.
New Montreal signing, Matty Longstaff, made his debut against DC United and expressed his excitement about the talent and potential within the squad. He emphasized his commitment to helping Montreal achieve success and win trophies.
Players to watch in this match include Prince Owusu from CF Montreal, who has been in impressive form this season, and Owen Wolff from Austin FC, who has recently ended a goal drought with three goals in his last four games.
In terms of predictions, Austin FC is favored to win with a 40.2% probability according to Opta. They are currently on a six-game unbeaten streak across all competitions, while Montreal has shown improvement by avoiding defeat in their last three matches.
Overall, Austin has had the upper hand in recent meetings between the two teams, winning their previous encounters in 2022 and 2023.
