CF Montreal vs Atlanta United – Match Preview

On a brisk Monday evening, the Major League Soccer playoffs will feature an exciting 1/16 round match. Saputo Stadium will be the venue where CF Montreal welcomes Atlanta United. The game is set for October 22, 2024, with a 23:30 GMT kickoff. Both teams started the season with modest expectations but had a fair chance at making the top six. Now, they are up against each other, aiming to move forward in a tournament where every match counts. This encounter offers both teams a prime opportunity to progress and possibly achieve playoff glory.

CF Montreal – Form

CF Montreal has shown impressive form at home, securing several victories recently. They achieved a 2:0 win against New York City FC on October 19, 2024. This result was unexpected by many. Before this, they had a strong showing against San Jose Earthquakes, winning 3:0. Their success continued against Chicago Fire FC with a 2:0 victory. These wins were in line with pre-match expectations. Key players like Josef Martinez and Caden Clark have played crucial roles in their recent victories.

Atlanta United – Form

Atlanta United has had varied success in their recent away games. Their latest match on October 19, 2024, against Orlando City ended in a 2-1 win. This victory was beyond what many had predicted. Before this, they faced a challenging match at Subaru Park, ending in a 1-1 draw with Philadelphia Union. In an earlier game against CF Montreal on October 2, they secured a 2-1 win at home. Josef Martinez and Daniel Rios were significant contributors to this victory. Their last three matches have met bookmakers’ predictions.

CF Montreal – Atlanta United – Head to Head

The teams last met on October 2, 2024, with Montreal winning 2-1. In their past 10 meetings, Montreal has won 4 times, Atlanta United 3 times, and they’ve drawn 3 times. This makes Montreal slightly more successful in these encounters. The last 5 matches saw both teams scoring in 2 games. These contests have been competitive, with neither team dominating, as shown by the draws and closely contested results.

CF Montreal – Atlanta United – Standings

This match is a part of the Major League Soccer playoffs, making regular season standings less relevant. Both teams have made it to the 1/16 round, indicating they’ve met or exceeded their initial expectations. They now focus on playoff success as they compete at Saputo Stadium. The odds suggest an evenly matched game, promising an exciting knockout clash.

CF Montreal vs Atlanta United – Top scorers

Josef Martinez leads the scoring for the home team with 11 goals this season. He is supported by Sunusi Ibrahim and Caden Clark, who have scored 6 and 4 goals, respectively. Matias Coccaro also has 4 goals, while Bryce Duke has added 3. On the away side, Saba Lobzhanidze is the top scorer with 9 goals. Daniel Rios follows with 7 goals. Jamal Thiare has contributed 6 goals, and Aleksey Miranchuk has scored 3. Stian Gregersen has also found the net twice, showing the team’s scoring ability from various positions.

CF Montreal vs Atlanta United – Full-Time Betting

For the 1/16 round of the Major League Soccer Playoffs, bookmakers have set even odds for all outcomes, which is unusual. This suggests there is no clear favorite. However, CF Montreal might have a slight edge based on their recent win against Atlanta and their overall form. Atlanta has shown resilience, winning four of their last five games. Yet, they lost to Montreal in their recent encounter. With no information on injuries or suspensions, bettors should consider form and head-to-head records.

Alternative betting markets like “halftime-fulltime” offer odds of 1.00, appealing to those willing to take risks. “Draw-no-bet” and “double-chance” markets provide safer options, also at odds of 1.00. These markets are suitable for bettors looking to hedge their bets in a high-stakes playoff scenario.

CF Montreal vs Atlanta United – Over/Under Betting

The Over/Under betting market leans towards a higher goal tally, given both teams’ recent form. CF Montreal and Atlanta United have been scoring well, with several matches exceeding expected goals. With 4 out of their last 10 meetings having at least 3 goals, the “Over 2.5” option at odds of 2.00 could be attractive. The “Under 2.5” option, at 1.80, might appeal to those expecting a tighter game.

CF Montreal vs Atlanta United – BTTS Betting

In their recent matchups, BTTS occurred in 5 out of 10 games. CF Montreal’s last five home games saw them scoring consistently, with BTTS happening twice. Atlanta United saw BTTS in 3 of their last 5 away games. The odds for “BTTS: Yes” and “BTTS: No” are both 1.00, showing the unpredictability of the outcome. Considering their offensive capabilities, “BTTS: Yes” might have a slight edge.

CF Montreal vs Atlanta United – Prediction