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Associated Press
a day ago
- Sport
- Associated Press
New England Revolution host CF Montreal in Eastern Conference play
CF Montreal (3-15-6, 14th in the Eastern Conference) vs. New England Revolution (6-10-7, 10th in the Eastern Conference) Foxborough, Massachusetts; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: New England -126, Montreal +313, Draw +267; over/under is 2.5 goals BOTTOM LINE: The New England Revolution and CF Montreal square off in Eastern Conference action. The Revolution are 6-8-2 in conference matchups. The Revolution are 3-1-0 when they record a pair of goals. Montreal is 2-12-5 in Eastern Conference games. Montreal has a 2-7 record in games decided by one goal. The matchup Friday is the second meeting of the season between the two teams. The Revolution won the last game 3-0. TOP PERFORMERS: Carles Gil has eight goals and four assists for the Revolution. Ilay Feingold has scored three goals over the past 10 games. Prince-Osei Owusu has 10 goals and two assists for Montreal. Giacomo Vrioni has scored one goal over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Revolution: 1-6-3, averaging 1.5 goals, 5.3 shots on goal and 6.2 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.9 goals per game. Montreal: 2-6-2, averaging 1.1 goals, 4.0 shots on goal and 3.9 corner kicks per game while allowing 2.2 goals per game. NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Revolution: Peyton Miller (injured), Ilay Feingold (injured), Ignatius Kpene Ganago (injured), Alex Bono (injured). Montreal: Jalen Neal (injured), Giacomo Vrioni (injured). ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Edmonton Journal
2 days ago
- Business
- Edmonton Journal
CF Montreal pledges rebuild in open letter
Article content MONTREAL — CF Montreal has started its rebuild quickly. Article content The Major League Soccer club announced Wednesday that it has acquired 21-year-old defender Efrain Morales from Atlanta United in return for US$450,000 in 2025 general allocation money (GAM) and $350,000 in conditional GAM. Article content Atlanta would also retain a percentage of a future transfer involving Morales Article content Article content The move came hours after club executives published an open letter to fans that acknowledged the team's shortcomings and stated the club would begin a new chapter rooted in ambition, pride and winning. Article content Article content President and CEO Gabriel Gervais, managing director of recruitment and sporting methodology Luca Saputo and managing director of academy strategy and roster management Simone Saputo signed the letter. Montreal is currently languishing at the bottom of the MLS with a 3-15-6 record — for 15 points in 24 games — and dropped out of the Canadian Championship with a quarterfinal loss to lower-tier Forge FC of the Canadian Premier League in a bleak season. Article content The letter said supporters would see concrete steps toward a rebuild in the upcoming transfer windows. The MLS summer window, which allows clubs to sign players plying their trades in other countries, opens Thursday. Article content Article content Montreal had the league's lowest payroll last season. Morales is making $112,019 this year, according to the website Article content Morales began his professional career in 2020 with Atlanta United 2, where he had three goals and an assist over three USL Championship seasons and three MLS Next Pro seasons. Article content He made his MLS debut with Atlanta in a 3-0 victory over the Charlotte Independence in the fourth round of the U.S. Open Cup on May 7, 2024. Article content Over two MLS seasons, Morales has played 648 minutes over nine games and picked up one assist. He also played in three U.S. Open Cup games. Article content 'We have not met the standards we set for ourselves, nor those you have the right to expect. That is why we felt the need to communicate with you directly today. Article content We share your dissatisfaction with the Club's results, and it is our responsibility to build a winning team that we can all be proud of. Article content That is why we have decided to undertake a rebuild and launch a new chapter at CF Montreal. A chapter based on ambition and pride. A new era with victory at the heart of our sporting ambitions, while also honouring our rich history and the connection with you, our 12th player. Article content We know that trust is regained through actions. As such, during the upcoming transfer windows, you will see concrete steps, a committed team, and strong initiatives aimed at rebuilding, together, a Club that deserves your loyalty.'
Toronto Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
CF Montreal pledges rebuild in open letter
'We have not met the standards we set for ourselves, nor those you have the right to expect.' Published Jul 23, 2025 • 2 minute read CF Montreal's Prince Osei Owusu (9) reacts after missing the net during second half MLS soccer action against Inter Miami, in Montreal, on Saturday, July 5, 2025. Photo by Christopher Katsarov / The Canadian Press Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. MONTREAL — CF Montreal has started its rebuild quickly. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. 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President and CEO Gabriel Gervais, managing director of recruitment and sporting methodology Luca Saputo and managing director of academy strategy and roster management Simone Saputo signed the letter. Montreal is currently languishing at the bottom of the MLS with a 3-15-6 record — for 15 points in 24 games — and dropped out of the Canadian Championship with a quarterfinal loss to lower-tier Forge FC of the Canadian Premier League in a bleak season. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The letter said supporters would see concrete steps toward a rebuild in the upcoming transfer windows. The MLS summer window, which allows clubs to sign players plying their trades in other countries, opens Thursday. Montreal had the league's lowest payroll last season. Morales is making $112,019 this year, according to the website Morales began his professional career in 2020 with Atlanta United 2, where he had three goals and an assist over three USL Championship seasons and three MLS Next Pro seasons. He made his MLS debut with Atlanta in a 3-0 victory over the Charlotte Independence in the fourth round of the U.S. Open Cup on May 7, 2024. Over two MLS seasons, Morales has played 648 minutes over nine games and picked up one assist. He also played in three U.S. Open Cup games. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Born in Decatur, Ga., Morales represents Bolivia on the international stage. Full letter: 'We have not met the standards we set for ourselves, nor those you have the right to expect. That is why we felt the need to communicate with you directly today. We share your dissatisfaction with the Club's results, and it is our responsibility to build a winning team that we can all be proud of. That is why we have decided to undertake a rebuild and launch a new chapter at CF Montreal. A chapter based on ambition and pride. A new era with victory at the heart of our sporting ambitions, while also honouring our rich history and the connection with you, our 12th player. We know that trust is regained through actions. As such, during the upcoming transfer windows, you will see concrete steps, a committed team, and strong initiatives aimed at rebuilding, together, a Club that deserves your loyalty.' Sports Golf Canada Toronto & GTA Columnists
National Post
2 days ago
- Business
- National Post
CF Montreal pledges rebuild in open letter
MONTREAL — CF Montreal has started its rebuild quickly. Article content The Major League Soccer club announced Wednesday that it has acquired 21-year-old defender Efrain Morales from Atlanta United in return for US$450,000 in 2025 general allocation money (GAM) and $350,000 in conditional GAM. Article content Article content Atlanta would also retain a percentage of a future transfer involving Morales Article content The move came hours after club executives published an open letter to fans that acknowledged the team's shortcomings and stated the club would begin a new chapter rooted in ambition, pride and winning. Article content President and CEO Gabriel Gervais, managing director of recruitment and sporting methodology Luca Saputo and managing director of academy strategy and roster management Simone Saputo signed the letter. Article content Montreal is currently languishing at the bottom of the MLS with a 3-15-6 record — for 15 points in 24 games — and dropped out of the Canadian Championship with a quarterfinal loss to lower-tier Forge FC of the Canadian Premier League in a bleak season. Article content The letter said supporters would see concrete steps toward a rebuild in the upcoming transfer windows. The MLS summer window, which allows clubs to sign players plying their trades in other countries, opens Thursday. Article content Montreal had the league's lowest payroll last season. Morales is making $112,019 this year, according to the website Article content Morales began his professional career in 2020 with Atlanta United 2, where he had three goals and an assist over three USL Championship seasons and three MLS Next Pro seasons. Article content He made his MLS debut with Atlanta in a 3-0 victory over the Charlotte Independence in the fourth round of the U.S. Open Cup on May 7, 2024. Article content Over two MLS seasons, Morales has played 648 minutes over nine games and picked up one assist. He also played in three U.S. Open Cup games. Article content Born in Decatur, Ga., Morales represents Bolivia on the international stage. Article content 'We have not met the standards we set for ourselves, nor those you have the right to expect. That is why we felt the need to communicate with you directly today. Article content We share your dissatisfaction with the Club's results, and it is our responsibility to build a winning team that we can all be proud of. Article content That is why we have decided to undertake a rebuild and launch a new chapter at CF Montreal. A chapter based on ambition and pride. A new era with victory at the heart of our sporting ambitions, while also honouring our rich history and the connection with you, our 12th player. Article content We know that trust is regained through actions. As such, during the upcoming transfer windows, you will see concrete steps, a committed team, and strong initiatives aimed at rebuilding, together, a Club that deserves your loyalty.' Article content
CTV News
2 days ago
- Sport
- CTV News
CF Montreal signals rebuild after miserable MLS season
Montreal Watch TSN 690 Radio host Jonathan Still breaks down the CF Montreal letter to fans saying the team has just not been good enough.
