ST. PAUL, Minn. — In a closely contested match on Saturday night, Minnesota United secured a narrow 1-0 victory over CF Montreal with a decisive goal in the 69th minute.
Kevin Yeboah was the hero of the evening, finding the back of the net for the home team. The breakthrough came from a smart play initiated by Tani Oluwaseyi, who skillfully directed a header from the center of the box toward the goal, allowing Yeboah to tap it home from close range, breaking the deadlock.
Despite CF Montreal’s significant possession advantage, holding 63% of the ball, their efforts did not translate into scoring opportunities. Minnesota displayed efficient shooting, registering 14 shots compared to Montreal’s three, with six of those being on target.
Jonathan Sirois, the Montreal goalkeeper, made commendable efforts with five saves throughout the match. However, his performance couldn’t change the outcome as the team fell to a second consecutive defeat.
This victory marks Minnesota’s first home opener triumph since 2018, as they celebrated a successful start to their home campaign for the season. Minnesota now stands at a 1-1-0 record after this match, demonstrating promising potential in this year’s competition. As the season progresses, the team and fans alike will be hoping for more performances like this on home soil.
