CF Montréal Dominates Red Bull New York 3-0
Sunday, March 8, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Red Bull Arena
CF Montréal 3, Red Bull New York 0, final. Our MLS picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won CF Montréal vs Red Bull New York?
CF Montréal beat Red Bull New York 3-0 at Red Bull Arena on March 8, 2026.
Who was favored in CF Montréal vs Red Bull New York?
Red Bull New York were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.
In an impressive display, CF Montréal secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Red Bull New York at Red Bull Arena. This match marked a significant moment for Montréal, who had been struggling in their recent outings, while New York had been looking to build on a modest two-game winning streak. The result highlights the ongoing challenges for New York, who now find themselves with a home record of 2-0-1 in the current season.
Red Bull New York entered this match with a recent form that included two wins against New England Revolution and Orlando City SC, but they had also suffered three losses in their last five matches. Their overall record in the last ten games stands at 4-5-1, with an average of 1.0 goals scored per game and 1.1 goals allowed. In contrast, CF Montréal had a record of 1-0-2 away from home, but their last five matches had been disappointing, with three consecutive losses leading up to this fixture. Their recent form shows a record of 2-5-3 in the last ten games, averaging 1.0 goals scored and 2.1 goals allowed.
Historically, Red Bull New York has had the upper hand in their meetings with CF Montréal, leading the series 3-0-2. However, this match served as a reminder that past performances do not guarantee future outcomes. In their previous encounters, New York had won both matches in the 2025 season, including a 2-0 victory on September 20.
In terms of player availability, both teams faced challenges with injuries. However, the specific details regarding the injury picture were not provided in the block of facts. This absence of information leaves a gap in understanding how player fitness may have influenced the match.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Red Bull New York as favorites with odds of -175, while CF Montréal was priced at +400. The spread was set at -0.5 for New York, with a total of 2.5 goals, indicating expectations of a potentially low-scoring affair.
Conditions at Red Bull Arena were typical for a soccer match, but specific details regarding weather or pitch conditions were not included in the facts provided. This absence limits the analysis of how external factors may have impacted the game.
Viewers tuning into this match were likely to observe the contrasting styles of both teams. New York, looking to capitalize on their home advantage, would have aimed to control possession and create scoring opportunities, while Montréal, buoyed by their recent win, sought to exploit any defensive weaknesses shown by New York. The final score of 3-0 in favor of CF Montréal underscores the effectiveness of their game plan and execution on the day.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | RBNY -175 | 2.5 o -160 / u +125 | CF Montréal +400 · Red Bull New York -175 |
Leaders
- Total ShotsJuan González3Red Bull New York
- Accurate PassesJustin Che63Red Bull New York
- SavesEthan Horvath1Red Bull New York
- Total ShotsWikelman Carmona4CF Montréal
- Accurate PassesMatthew Longstaff28CF Montréal
- SavesThomas Gillier4CF Montréal
Recent form
Red Bull New York
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak W21 scored · 1.1 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L3-2vs New York City FCSep 27
- L1-0vs FC CincinnatiOct 4
- L3-1vs Columbus CrewOct 18
- W2-1vs Orlando City SCFeb 21
- W1-0vs New England RevolutionFeb 28
CF Montréal
Last 10: 2-5-3Streak L31 scored · 2.1 allowed per game1-3 away
- W4-1vs Charlotte FCSep 27
- D1-1vs Nashville SCOct 4
- L3-0vs FC CincinnatiOct 18
- L5-0vs San Diego FCFeb 21
- L3-0vs Chicago Fire FCFeb 28
Standings
| Team | Games played | Lost | Point differential | Points | Tied | Won | Rank | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville SC | 22 | 2 | +30 | 52 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 16-4-2 |
| Inter Miami CF | 22 | 4 | +15 | 42 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 12-6-4 |
| Chicago Fire FC | 21 | 6 | +11 | 37 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 11-4-6 |
| New England Revolution | 22 | 7 | +9 | 37 | 4 | 11 | 4 | 11-4-7 |
| Charlotte FC | 22 | 7 | +8 | 35 | 5 | 10 | 5 | 10-5-7 |
| FC Cincinnati | 22 | 7 | -2 | 31 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 8-7-7 |
| New York City FC | 22 | 8 | +5 | 28 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7-7-8 |
| Red Bull New York | 22 | 10 | -14 | 26 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 7-5-10 |
| Orlando City SC | 22 | 11 | -17 | 25 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 7-4-11 |
| Toronto FC | 22 | 7 | -6 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 10 | 5-10-7 |
| D.C. United | 22 | 7 | -8 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 11 | 5-10-7 |
| Philadelphia Union | 22 | 10 | -5 | 24 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 6-6-10 |
| Atlanta United FC | 22 | 13 | -13 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 6-3-13 |
| CF Montréal | 22 | 11 | -16 | 21 | 6 | 5 | 14 | 5-6-11 |
| Columbus Crew | 22 | 12 | -8 | 20 | 5 | 5 | 15 | 5-5-12 |
Box score
| Stat | Red Bull New York | CF Montréal |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls committed | 8 | 9 |
| Yellow cards | 1 | 0 |
| Red cards | 0 | 0 |
| Offsides | 0 | 6 |
| Won corners | 11 | 4 |
| Saves | 1 | 4 |
| Possession pct | 67.3 | 32.7 |
| Total shots | 12 | 10 |
| Shots on target | 4 | 4 |
| Shot pct | 0.3 | 0.4 |
| Penalty kick goals | 0 | 2 |
| Penalty kick shots | 0 | 1 |
| Accurate passes | 471 | 193 |
| Total passes | 550 | 269 |
| Pass pct | 0.9 | 0.7 |
| Accurate crosses | 2 | 1 |
| Total crosses | 31 | 9 |
| Cross pct | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| Total long balls | 39 | 65 |
| Accurate long balls | 19 | 31 |
| Longball pct | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| Blocked shots | 3 | 1 |
| Effective tackles | 9 | 12 |
| Total tackles | 14 | 17 |
| Tackle pct | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Interceptions thrown | 5 | 15 |
| Effective clearance | 11 | 39 |
| Total clearance | 11 | 39 |
Venue
- Red Bull ArenaHarrison, New Jersey
- Attendance16847
- OfficialsSergii Boiko
Elsewhere
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These two, other days
- CF Montréal Defeats Red Bull New York 4-1Apr 18, 2026
- Red Bull New York Defeats CF Montréal 2-0Sep 20, 2025