Philadelphia Union vs CF Montreal
Philadelphia Union secure solid 2-0 win
Jean-Jacques and Sullivan strike to seal the points for the home side
Philadelphia Union claimed a comfortable 2-0 victory over CF Montreal in this Major League Soccer clash. D. Jean-Jacques opened the scoring after the break, and Cavan Sullivan doubled the lead in the 75th minute, while CF Montreal's P. Owusu missed a penalty at 68'. Fipster's high-confidence prediction of a home win was spot on, though the actual scoreline was less emphatic than forecast.
Outcome probability
Philadelphia Union face CF Montreal in a regular season clash where the home side looks poised to assert their dominance. With key players in fine form and a strong attacking record, the Union are expected to put on a goal-scoring display.
Match factors
Philadelphia's prolific striker advantage
M. Iloski's 10 goals this season and strong recent form give Philadelphia a clear attacking edge
Defensive threat from Philadelphia's Neil Pierre
Pierre's 2 goals in 3 games and high duel win rate provide unexpected scoring and defensive solidity
Philadelphia's consistent scoring streak
Philadelphia has scored in last 5 home games, supporting predicted 4 goals in this match
Creative supply from Westfield and Sullivan
Westfield's 5 assists and Sullivan's recent 2 assists boost Philadelphia's chance to create scoring opportunities
Montreal's reliance on Owusu for goals and assists
Owusu leads Montreal with 11 goals and 6 assists, key to their attacking threat despite predicted loss
The context
This fixture is part of the 2026 regular season, round 23. Philadelphia Union and CF Montreal have met 20 times previously, with the Union winning 11 of those encounters. The average goals per match in their head-to-head is 3.5, indicating an open and attacking contest historically.
Key insights
M. Iloski
Philadelphia Union
Iloski's 10 goals this season and strong recent form give Philadelphia a clear attacking edge.
Major League Soccer 26/2710 goals in 20 appearances, 0.5 avg per game
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Neil Pierre
Philadelphia Union
Pierre's 2 goals in 3 games and high duel win rate provide unexpected scoring and defensive solidity.
Major League Soccer 26/272 goals in 3 appearances, 88.9% duel win rate
F. Westfield
Philadelphia Union
Westfield's 5 assists and consistent creative play boost Philadelphia's scoring opportunities.
Major League Soccer 26/275 assists in 16 appearances, 0.31 avg per game
P. Owusu
CF Montreal
Owusu leads Montreal with 11 goals and 6 assists, key to their attacking threat despite predicted loss.
Major League Soccer 26/2711 goals and 6 assists in 18 appearances
Analysis
Philadelphia Union's attacking prowess is led by M. Iloski, who has netted 10 goals in 20 appearances this season and is in strong recent form. Defender Neil Pierre adds an unexpected threat with 2 goals in 3 games and solid defensive stats. The creative supply from F. Westfield and Cavan Sullivan boosts their chances to create scoring opportunities. Montreal rely heavily on P. Owusu, their leading scorer and assister, but the overall prediction favours a decisive home win. The statistical edge and recent form suggest Philadelphia will lead 2-0 at halftime and extend their advantage to a 4-1 victory by full time.
Key facts
- 1.Philadelphia Union have won 11 of 20 head-to-head matches against CF Montreal.
- 2.The average goals per head-to-head match is 3.5, indicating open play.
- 3.M. Iloski leads Philadelphia with 10 goals in 20 appearances this season.
- 4.Neil Pierre has scored 2 goals in 3 games, an impressive rate for a defender.
- 5.F. Westfield has provided 5 assists this season, the highest for Philadelphia.
- 6.P. Owusu is Montreal's top scorer and assister with 11 goals and 6 assists.
- 7.Philadelphia has scored in their last 5 home games, showing consistent form.
Prediction
Expect Philadelphia Union to take control early, leading 2-0 at halftime. Their attacking momentum should continue into the second half, culminating in a 4-1 win over CF Montreal. The match is likely to feature four cards, reflecting a competitive but controlled encounter.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Philadelphia Union
Away — CF Montreal
The verdict
In summary, Philadelphia Union's combination of attacking firepower and creative midfield play should prove too much for CF Montreal. With a strong start and sustained pressure, the Union are set to deliver a convincing 4-1 victory, much to the delight of their supporters.
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
Goal cancelled
Lukić
Yellow Card
Synchuk
Yellow Card
Damiani
Yellow Card
Piette
Yellow Card
Neal
Bugaj
Yellow Card
Jean-Jacques
Owusu
Missed Penalty
Synchuk
Vassilev
Lukić
Piette
Wagner
Yellow Card
Loturi
Yellow Card
Sullivan
Petrasso
Sánchez
Sullivan
Iloski
Damiani
Bueno
Yellow Card
Match Statistics
Philadelphia Union
4-4-2Starting XI
- 4J. LukićM
- 6Cavan SullivanM
- 9B. DamianiF
- 10M. IloskiF
- 18A. BlakeG
- 19I. VassilevM
- 21D. Jean-JacquesM
- 26N. HarrielD
- 27K. WagnerD
- 39F. WestfieldD
- 44Neil PierreD
Substitutes
- 5J. Sery LarsenD
- 8J. BuenoM
- 11A. BedoyaM
- 14J. RafanelloM
- 16B. BenderM
- 23E. AlladohF
- 33Q. SullivanM
- 51M. JakupovicF
- 76A. RickG
CF Montreal
4-3-3Starting XI
- 1S. BrezaG
- 2J. NealD
- 4B. VeraD
- 6S. PietteM
- 8M. LongstaffM
- 9P. OwusuF
- 10A. SánchezF
- 13L. PetrassoD
- 18H. SynchukF
- 21F. HerbersM
- 27D. BugajD
Substitutes
- 3B. CeballosD
- 5B. CraigD
- 14D. RíosF
- 16W. CarmonaM
- 17D. SealyF
- 22V. LoturiM
- 23N. StreitM
- 29O. EscobarF
- 31T. GillierG
Philadelphia Union
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cavan Sullivan | M | 82 | 8.2 | 1 | — | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0/2 |
| D. Jean-Jacques | M | 90 | 8.2 | 1 | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2/4 |
| Neil Pierre | D | 90 | 7.4 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Blake | G | 90 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| F. Westfield | D | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | 0/2 |
| Q. Sullivan | M | 21 | 7.1 | — | — | 3 | 2 | — | 0/1 |
| N. Harriel | D | 90 | 7.1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Bedoya | M | 8 | 6.8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Bueno | M | 21 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| E. Alladoh | F | 8 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| K. Wagner | D | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2/2 |
| B. Damiani | F | 91 | 6.5 | — | — | 3 | — | 3 | 1/1 |
| I. Vassilev | M | 69 | 6.4 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| M. Iloski | F | 82 | 6.3 | — | — | 3 | 1 | — | 1/3 |
| J. Lukić | M | 69 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Sery Larsen | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Jakupovic | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Rick | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| B. Bender | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Rafanello | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
CF Montreal
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. Breza | G | 90 | 7.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| B. Craig | D | 44 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Neal | D | 46 | 6.8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| B. Vera | D | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| S. Piette | M | 69 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| F. Herbers | M | 90 | 6.4 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 0/1 |
| W. Carmona | M | 21 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 2/2 |
| D. Ríos | F | 12 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| N. Streit | M | 11 | 6.1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Longstaff | M | 90 | 6.1 | — | — | — | — | — | 2/2 |
| D. Bugaj | D | 90 | 6.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| H. Synchuk | F | 69 | 6.0 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/3 |
| V. Loturi | M | 21 | 5.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| L. Petrasso | D | 78 | 5.8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Sánchez | F | 79 | 5.7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/2 |
| P. Owusu | F | 90 | 5.6 | — | — | 3 | 2 | — | — |
| T. Gillier | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| O. Escobar | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| B. Ceballos | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| D. Sealy | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |