CF Montreal vs DC United
Montreal holds DC United to draw
A penalty from P. Owusu and a reply from T. Baribo share the spoils.
CF Montreal and DC United played out a 1-1 draw in Major League Soccer, with Owusu converting a penalty early in the second half before Baribo levelled for DC United. Despite Fipster's low-confidence prediction favouring an away win, the teams settled for a share of the points, defying the forecast.
Outcome probability
CF Montreal and DC United face off in a regular season MLS fixture that looks set to be a close-run affair. Both teams have shown attacking promise this season, with key players ready to make an impact.
Match factors
Owusu's dual threat as scorer and assister
P. Owusu leads Montreal in goals (9) and assists (6), making him a central attacking threat
Baribo's prolific scoring form
T. Baribo has 9 goals in 13 games with 4 in last 5, key for DC United's attack
Montreal's defensive struggles at home
Montreal concedes 1.0 goals per home game, below league average, vulnerable to DC United attack
DC United's consistent scoring streak
DC United has scored in last 5 matches, showing strong offensive momentum
Kurokawa's attacking support from defense
Kurokawa provides 3 assists this season, adding offensive width and set-piece threat
The context
This match is part of the 2026 MLS regular season, round 19. Historically, the two sides have met 20 times, with Montreal winning 7, DC United 6, and 7 draws. Their encounters typically produce around 2.5 goals per game, suggesting an open game with chances at both ends.
Key insights
P. Owusu
CF Montreal
Leads Montreal in goals and assists, making him a central attacking threat.
9 goals and 6 assists this season, strong recent form.
T. Baribo
DC United
Prolific scorer with 9 goals in 13 games, key to DC United's attack.
4 goals in last 5 matches, consistent scoring form.
K. Kurokawa
DC United
Provides attacking support from defense, adding offensive width and set-piece threat.
3 assists this season, strong recent form.
Analysis
Montreal's top attacker, P. Owusu, leads with 9 goals and 6 assists this season, making him a dual threat. However, DC United's T. Baribo matches that scoring prowess with 9 goals in 13 games and has been in fine form recently. Defensively, Montreal concedes about one goal per home game, which could be exploited by DC United's consistent scoring streak. Additionally, DC United's defender K. Kurokawa offers attacking support with 3 assists, adding an extra dimension to their play.
Key facts
- 1.CF Montreal and DC United have met 20 times: 7 wins each for Montreal and DC United, 7 draws.
- 2.Their head-to-head matches average 2.5 goals per game.
- 3.P. Owusu leads Montreal with 9 goals and 6 assists this season.
- 4.T. Baribo is DC United's top scorer with 9 goals in 13 games.
- 5.Montreal concedes an average of 1 goal per home game.
- 6.DC United has scored in their last 5 matches.
- 7.K. Kurokawa provides attacking support from defense with 3 assists this season.
- 8.The predicted total cards for the match is 4.
Prediction
The prediction leans towards a 2-1 away win for DC United. The scoreline reflects the close probabilities between a home or away win, but DC United's recent form and attacking threats give them the edge. Expect a competitive match with around four cards issued, indicating a spirited contest.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — CF Montreal
Away — DC United
The verdict
In summary, this MLS fixture promises a tight battle with DC United narrowly coming out on top. Key players like Owusu and Baribo will be pivotal, but the visitors' momentum and attacking depth should see them edge this one.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
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