Separated only by goal difference in the Eastern Conference, the 66th Canadian Classique offers both sides a chance to break out of the league's bottom tier after a lengthy mid-season hiatus.
CF Montreal enter this clash 11th in the table on 14 points, currently four points adrift of the playoff line with a game in hand over their immediate rivals. Under interim manager Philippe Eullaffroy, the team has proven difficult to beat, losing only one of their last four MLS outings. They return to Saputo Stadium following a wild 4-4 draw against DC United, looking to avoid matching their longest winless streak of the season.
Toronto FC are in the midst of a collapse, suffering four consecutive losses across all competitions and failing to secure a point in their last eight regular-season matches. Robin Fraser’s side sits two places below Montreal and is coming off a 2-1 defeat to Chicago Fire. The Reds have struggled significantly on the road, losing three straight away fixtures as they struggle to climb out of the conference basement.
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Per-game averages this season. Use the buttons to split the goals by venue.
Both teams across every game this season.
Whole season, home and away combined — CF Montreal 26 games, Toronto FC 26 games.
Major League Soccer (USA) standings · both teams highlighted in context.