Philadelphia Union Defeat CF Montreal 2-1 to Maintain MLS Lead

The Philadelphia Union secured a 2-1 victory over CF Montreal, maintaining their position atop the MLS standings. Olwethu Makhanya scored his first MLS goal early in the second half to give Philadelphia the lead, following an earlier goal by Tai Baribo. Montreal's Prince Owusu, who has been in strong form scoring in five of his last six games, equalized just before halftime and continued to press for an equalizer but was ultimately unable to overcome Philadelphia’s stingy defense, which has conceded the fewest goals in MLS. Philadelphia’s coach Bradley Carnell praised his team’s resilience and expressive play following a recent two-game losing streak, highlighting the contributions of homegrown midfielder Quinn Sullivan and the tactical adjustments that have bolstered their performance. Montreal, struggling at the bottom of the standings, has faced challenges in scoring despite Owusu’s efforts and new tactical approaches introduced by coach Olger Escobar. The match underscored the contrast between the league-leading Union’s strong home record and Montreal’s ongoing struggles in the 2025 MLS season.