CF Montreal defeated New York Red Bulls 4-1 on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This decisive win was crucial for Montreal, marking a season sweep over New York.
Montreal had previously beaten the Red Bulls 3-0 on March 8, 2026. The victory today was their first under interim coach Philippe Eullaffroy.
The match started strong for Montreal. Victor Loturi scored the opening goal in the fifth minute. This early lead set the tone for the game.
Prince Owusu played a pivotal role. He scored a penalty kick in the 39th minute, extending the lead to 2-0. Owusu also provided three assists during the match.
Matty Longstaff added another goal in the 49th minute, marking his first for Montreal. However, he later scored an own goal in the 53rd minute, which brought New York to within two goals at 3-1.
Kwadwo Opoku sealed the game with a final goal in the 77th minute. This victory improved Montreal’s all-time record at Stade Saputo to 100 wins, 66 losses, and 37 draws.
Ethan Horvath saved two shots for New York, while Thomas Gillier made one save for Montreal in his 16th career start. Details remain unconfirmed regarding player performances beyond these statistics.
Looking ahead, New York Red Bulls will host D.C. United on Wednesday. They will aim to bounce back after this significant defeat.