In Montreal, the match between Orlando City and CF Montreal ended in a goalless draw, with Orlando’s goalkeeper, Pedro Gallese, delivering an impressive performance by making six saves throughout the match. Orlando City, now with a record of 3-2-4, remains unbeaten over the last six games, maintaining this streak since their 2-1 defeat by New York City FC on March 8. Notably, they have achieved clean sheets in their last three matches, showcasing strong defensive capabilities.
In contrast, Montreal is experiencing a tough season with a record of 0-6-3. They have struggled offensively and are tied with New England for having the fewest goals this season in Major League Soccer (MLS), with just four goals scored. The only team with a more challenging goal differential in MLS is the LA Galaxy. During the match, Montreal’s goalkeeper Jonathan Sirois contributed by making two key saves for his team.
The match took a dramatic turn when Orlando City’s Rafael Santos, who was brought on as a substitute for Kyle Smith at halftime, was booked twice. After receiving a yellow card in the 60th minute, Santos was shown a red card in the 76th minute. This left Orlando City with ten players on the field for the remainder of the match, adding pressure to their defensive efforts to maintain the 0-0 scoreline. Despite playing with a numerical disadvantage, Orlando managed to hold on for a draw.