MONTREAL – CF Montréal is gearing up for an exciting match against Chicago Fire FC this Saturday at 7:30 PM EDT at Stade Saputo, following two challenging road games. The clash promises to be a riveting encounter as Montreal boasts a solid historical record of 13 wins, 9 losses, and 8 draws against the Fire, having scored 43 goals while conceding 40. At home, they are particularly strong with a record of 10 wins, 2 losses, and 4 draws, netting 26 goals and allowing just 15.
The last encounter between the two clubs occurred on March 29 in Chicago, where the teams played to a 1-1 draw during Marco Donadel’s debut as interim head coach for Montreal. This upcoming match will mark a special moment for midfielder Fabian Herbers, who will face his former team for the first time after being sidelined by injury during the previous match. The 31-year-old German brings significant experience from his six-season tenure with the Fire, where he played 152 matches, contributing 15 goals and five assists.
As both teams prepare for the match, fans can look forward to an engaging and competitive game, with Montreal eager to extend their strong home performance against a familiar opponent. This encounter not only has playoff implications but also serves as an emotional one for players like Herbers, who will undoubtedly bring extra motivation to the field.
The anticipation builds as Montreal hopes to harness the energy of their home fans and continue their pursuit of a successful season.