Recent Form and Challenges
After an impressive undefeated streak spanning four matches, Atlanta United has hit a rough patch. The team has suffered consecutive road losses in MLS play during Fourth of July week and was recently knocked out of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Meanwhile, CF Montréal has experienced mixed results, most recently securing a 1-1 draw with the Vancouver Whitecaps at home.
Series History and Last Meeting
Atlanta boasts a 7-3-3 all-time record against CF Montréal in MLS regular season play. Their last encounter at the end of the 2023 season saw Atlanta dominate with a 4-1 victory at home. Goals from Xande Silva, Thiago Almada, Giorgos Giakoumakis, and Edwin Mosquera propelled the 5-Stripes into the MLS Cup playoffs for the fifth time in their history.
Players to Watch
Daniel Ríos (Atlanta United)
The Mexican striker has been a standout performer, with six goal contributions in as many matches since joining on loan from CD Guadalajara in Liga MX. Ríos netted his latest goal against Real Salt Lake and also scored Atlanta’s lone goal against New England. With Jamal Thiaré returning from a shoulder injury, Ríos will be crucial for Atlanta’s attack.
Matías Cóccaro (CF Montréal)
The Uruguayan forward has scored four goals this season in under 600 minutes of play, ranking second in goals for CF Montréal. Cóccaro’s latest strike came in the recent draw with Vancouver, where he scored the equalizer. As a potential super sub, he will be a key player to watch in the later stages of the match.
