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CF Montreal and Vancouver FC meet again in the Canadian Championship 2026 Quarterfinals at Saputo Stadium, with this fixture serving as a direct rematch from their earlier group-stage clash just days ago. Montreal claimed that first encounter 2-1, and now they host a Vancouver FC side that has already lost to them once this tournament and sits at the bottom of the standings with zero points.
The bookmakers reflect the gap sharply, installing Montreal as heavy favorites at 69%. One player worth tracking is Prince-Osei Owusu, who has two goals in his last two appearances for Montreal and brings a direct attacking threat from the front line. For Vancouver, Mohamed Amissi is the standout, netting three goals across his last three matches and providing the most realistic source of a Vancouver goal here.
Hot stat: Vancouver FC registered 16 corner kicks across their last five matches compared to Montreal’s four, pointing to a significant territorial imbalance in how these sides generate attacking pressure.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Canadian Championship 2026, Quarterfinals |
| 🏟 Venue: | Saputo Stadium, Montreal |
| 🗓️ Date: | 13.07.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 01:30 CEST |
CF Montreal vs Vancouver FC Prediction
Montreal is the clear pick here. They already beat Vancouver FC 2-1 in the same competition days ago, they play at home, and their bookmaker probability sits at 69%. Vancouver FC has won just two of nine matches this year (22% win rate) and lost their most recent competitive outing, which was that defeat to Montreal. The home side’s 4-2-3-1 setup gives them both defensive compactness and attacking flexibility, and Philippe Eullaffroy’s side has momentum on their side entering this second meeting.
Montreal averages fewer fouls (26 across five matches) compared to Vancouver’s 41, which suggests Montreal plays a more controlled, disciplined style. Vancouver’s higher foul count and 39 free kicks conceded in five matches could give Montreal set-piece opportunities, an area where the home side can exploit a Vancouver backline that has already been breached twice by this exact opponent. Vancouver does carry the ball more in terms of raw pass volume (1,326 passes to Montreal’s 986 across five matches), but their pass accuracy differential is not dramatic enough to translate into consistent goal creation against a structured Montreal defense.
- We predict CF Montreal to win this match.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | CF Montreal to win both halves |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Under 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | Yes |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 7.5 |
Team Analysis
CF Montreal have been inconsistent across the broader season, recording eight wins from 21 matches (38% win rate), but their recent form shows a positive uptick. In their last 30 days they won their only match, and their most recent five-game run includes a 2-0 win over Orlando City and the 2-1 victory over Vancouver FC in this same competition. The 4-4 draw with DC United and a 0-2 loss to Chicago Fire show they are not immune to conceding, but at Saputo Stadium against a weaker Vancouver side, the conditions favor a focused performance. Daniel Rios led the shot count with 10 attempts across two recent matches, while Jalen Neal anchors the defensive line with 154 passes and eight interceptions.
Vancouver FC enter this match having lost their only Canadian Championship group game, going down 1-2 to this same Montreal side. Their broader five-match record includes a strong 4-0 win over York United and a 2-0 victory over Langley United, but they also lost 0-1 to York United and drew 1-1 with Atletico Ottawa. Their overall 2026 win rate of 22% from nine matches underlines how fragile their form is. Amissi’s three goals are the bright spot, and Damiano Pecile has contributed two assists, but the team’s 41 fouls and defensive exposure make it difficult to see them shutting Montreal out at Saputo.
Most Recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | CF Montreal | Vancouver FC |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 2 | 1 |
| Total shots | 24 | 28 |
| Free kicks | 22 | 39 |
| Corner kicks | 4 | 16 |
| Total fouls | 26 | 41 |
| Pass accuracy (%) | 87% | 82% |
| Interceptions | 22 | 11 |
| Offsides | 2 | 5 |
🚨Check out our dedicated CF Montreal vs Vancouver FC stats page for more info.
Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: CF Montreal the Favourite
- Moneyline CF Montreal 1.29–1.34 | Vancouver FC 7.00–8.60
- Draw 4.35–5.25
- Over/Under Over 2.5 N/A | Under 2.5 N/A
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes N/A | No N/A
The odds market is in strong agreement with the bookmaker probability assessment. Montreal’s moneyline sits in the 1.29–1.34 range across all major books, reflecting the 69% win probability. The draw price of 4.35–5.25 and Vancouver’s 7.00–8.60 range confirm just how lopsided this matchup is on paper. Pinnacle’s slightly higher Montreal price of 1.34 and draw of 4.55 offer the most value for those backing the home side. The wide gap between Montreal and Vancouver in the odds reflects not just the standings difference but the direct head-to-head result from days ago.
Possible Starting Lineups
CF Montreal Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Sebastian Breza
- DF: Luca Petrasso, Jalen Neal, Efrain Morales, Dagur Dan Þórhallsson
- MF: Samuel Piette, Victor Loturi, Matthew Longstaff
- FW: Prince-Osei Owusu, Daniel Rios, Noah Streit
Montreal lines up in their familiar 4-2-3-1 shape, with Sebastian Breza in goal after logging the most minutes among the keepers. Jalen Neal is the most active defender with 154 passes and eight interceptions, making him the anchor of the backline. In attack, Prince-Osei Owusu’s two goals in two matches make him the most dangerous outlet, and Daniel Rios provides volume with ten shots across his recent appearances. Piette and Loturi form the double pivot, giving Montreal defensive cover while allowing the front four to press high.
Vancouver FC Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Callum Irving
- DF: Matteo Campagna, Tom Field
- MF: Emrick Fotsing, Damiano Pecile
- FW: Mohamed Amissi, Terran Campbell, Lys Mousset
Martin Nash is likely to stick with the 4-3-3 system that Vancouver have used throughout their recent matches. Callum Irving starts in goal, having played all three of the most recent fixtures. Matteo Campagna leads the backline in pass volume with 228 passes, while Tom Field contributes two interceptions. The key watch is Mohamed Amissi up front, who has scored in three consecutive appearances and is Vancouver’s primary goal threat. Damiano Pecile’s two assists from midfield make him the creative engine, and his link-up with Amissi will determine whether Vancouver can cause any problems for Montreal’s defense.
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TipsGG Match Prediction
CF Montreal are the clear pick to advance past this quarterfinal stage. They already dispatched Vancouver FC 2-1 in their most recent meeting, they play at home at Saputo Stadium, and their defensive numbers are superior across every relevant metric: better pass accuracy (87% vs 82%), more than double the interceptions (22 vs 11), and far fewer fouls conceded. Vancouver’s attack, carried almost entirely by Amissi, poses a threat, and we do expect both teams to score given Amissi’s form and Montreal’s habit of conceding in recent matches. We predict a CF Montreal win, likely 2-1 again, with the home side controlling the match through their structured 4-2-3-1 and punishing Vancouver on the counter or from set pieces generated by Vancouver’s high foul rate.
