Philadelphia Union (4-7-8) travel to face off against CF Montréal (4-8-7) on Saturday, June 29th. This match will be played at Stade Saputo in Montréal, QC. Both Philadelphia Union and CF Montréal will be looking to bounce back from losses in their previous matches. The match is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET.

Philadelphia Union vs CF Montréal

Philadelphia Union Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Philadelphia Union will be looking to bounce back from a 2-0 loss to Charlotte FC. This match took place at home, and even though they were the favorite to win, their money line payout was +115. The two combined goals were just short of the pre-match over/under line of 2.5 goals.

Philadelphia’s offense took a total of 16 shots, with six being on target. Thai Baribo was the offensive leader in terms of total shots, finishing with four. Quinn Sullivan and Nathan Harriel had three shots apiece. As an entire offensive unit, the Union had seven corner kicks.

On the defensive end, the Union allowed a total of 18 shots and two goals. Andrew Rick finished with five saves, and the club had a total of eight interceptions. Charlotte FC also finished the match with nine corner kicks.

Through 19 matches, the Philadelphia Union have a record of 4-7-8, which has them in 11th place in the Eastern Conference. They have lost three straight matches and are just 1-6-3 at home. Overall, they have been favored in 12 matches, but have just two wins in those contests. Their next match will be on Thursday, July 4th, against the Chicago Fire FC on the road. Over their last four matches, the Union are 0-3-1.

CF Montréal Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

CF Montréal will be looking to bounce back from a tough 4-1 loss to the Colorado Rapids. This match was played on the road, and CF Montréal was the heavy underdog at +650. The five combined goals fell short of the line, which was set at 3.5 goals.

On offense, CF Montréal didn’t have a single player score a goal, with their only score coming on an own goal by the Rapids. Overall, they took nine shots and just one shot on goal. Bryce Duke led the offense with two total shots.

Defensively, CF Montréal allowed four goals on the eight on target shots by the Rapids. Jonathan Sirois finished with four saves and didn’t pick up the win. The club’s defensive unit was busy overall, however, as the Rapids had a total of 10 corners.

In their last six matches, CF Montréal has just one win, going 1-1-4. Overall, they are 4-8-7, putting them 14th in the Eastern Conference. They have the same number of points as D.C. United SC, but are behind them in the standings due to goal differential. At home, Montréal is just 2-2-4. Following this match, they will head on the road to take on New York City FC on July 3rd.

Philadelphia Union Offense Breakdown

The Philadelphia Union’s offense has been solid this season, averaging 1.6 goals per match, which is 10th in the MLS. Dániel Gazdag is the team’s top scorer, finding the back of the net 10 times, which is 9th in the league. He also leads the Union in shots on goal, ranking 19th in the MLS. Quinn Sullivan is the team’s leader in assists, ranking 20th in the league. He has also scored one goal this season. Philadelphia’s passing percentage is 79.6%, which is 25th in the MLS. They have also had more corner kicks than their opponents in 52.6% of their matches, which is 4th in the league.

CF Montréal Offense Breakdown

CF Montréal’s offense has been average this season, scoring 1.3 goals per match, which is 22nd in the league. Sunusi Ibrahim has been their top scorer, finding the back of the net six times, which is 32nd in MLS. Ariel Lassiter has been their leader in assists, with four, and he is also second on the team in goals scored. Overall, CF Montréal is 27th in shots on goal and 29th in corner kicks.

Philadelphia Union Defense Breakdown

Over their last seven matches, the Philadelphia Union’s defense has been up and down. They have three clean sheets, but they have also given up two goals in three of their last seven matches. On June 22nd, they gave up two goals to the 28th ranked offense in the league, and on June 15th, they gave up two goals to the top-ranked offense in the league. Overall, they are 20th in goals allowed this season. Keeper Oliver Semmle is 22nd in clean sheets this season.

CF Montréal Defense Breakdown

Jonathan Sirois and the CF Montréal defense have had their share of struggles this season, as they are currently 27th in goals allowed per match (2.2). However, they have had some solid performances, including a shutout against Real Salt Lake on June 15th. Over their last seven matches, they have given up 15 goals (2.1), including a 4-goal performance against the Colorado Rapids SC. Overall, they are 22nd in blocked shots and 18th in interceptions. Sirois is 4th in MLS in saves (68) and has four clean sheets this season.

Philadelphia Union vs CF Montréal Prediction

Looking at this matchup between Philadelphia and CF Montréal, we are going to take CF Montréal on the money line at +145. Our projections have CF Montréal winning by a score of 2-1 with a payout of +145. CF Montréal comes in with the edge on offense, as they are 5th in shooting percentage and are taking on a Philadelphia club that is 20th in goals allowed. Our top projected goal scorer for the match is Josef Martínez of CF Montréal.

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