CF Montreal lost 2-1 at home against Sporting Kansas City.

About the Match

In week 19 of the 2022 United States - MLS tournament, Sporting KC took a valuable away victory in the match against Montréal. The home team's goal was scored by Romell Quioto (12' 1T). Meanwhile, the away goals were made by Roger Espinoza (28' 1T) and Rémi Walter (17' 2T).

A standout moment of the match was Roger Espinoza's goal in the 28th minute of the first half. After an individual play on the left, the midfielder took a long-distance shot that left the opposing goalkeeper with no chance. Amazing goal into the left post!

The player of the match was Nicolas Isimat-Mirin. The defender from Sporting Kansas City was important as he cleared 15 dangerous balls.

Rémi Walter was also key at Stade Saputo. The midfielder from Sporting Kansas City stood out against CF Montréal as he scored 1 goal.

With many fouls, it was an intense match with several interruptions on the field. There were several players booked: Oriol Rosell, Jojea Kwizera, Roger Espinoza, and Kayden Pierre.

Montréal coach Wilfried Nancy deployed a 3-4-3 formation with Sebastian Breza in goal; Alistair Johnston, Rudy Camacho, and Kamal Miller in the defensive line; Lassi Lappalainen, Ismael Kone, Samuel Piette, and Jojea Kwizera in midfield; and Romell Quioto, Mason Toye, and Matko Miljevic in attack.

On the other hand, Peter Vermes' team lined up with a 4-4-2 strategy, with Tim Melia in goal; Kayden Pierre, Nicolas Isimat-Mirin, Andreu Fontas, and Ben Sweat in defense; Rémi Walter, Johnny Russell, Oriol Rosell, and Roger Espinoza in midfield; and Daniel Salloi and Khiry Shelton up front.

The referee appointed for the match was Ismir Pekmic.