Atlanta United vs CF Montréal Predictions

Match Details

• Teams: Atlanta United vs CF Montréal

• Date & Time: Sunday, February 23, 2025, 06:00 IST (Saturday, February 22, 18:30 UTC)

• Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia

• Competition: Major League Soccer (MLS) – Season Opener

• Where to Watch: MLS Season Pass, local sports networks (check regional listings)

Atlanta United vs CF Montréal Prediction Overview

The 2025 MLS season kicks off with a high-stakes Eastern Conference clash as Atlanta United host CF Montréal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on February 23, 2025. Atlanta United, coming off a 2024 postseason disappointment, bolstered their squad with the blockbuster return of Miguel Almirón, aiming to reclaim their status among the MLS elite. CF Montréal, fresh from a gritty 2024 playoff run, face the challenge of overcoming their road woes to spoil Atlanta’s opener. Our expert prediction dives into team form, key players, head-to-head stats, and betting tips to answer: Who will win Atlanta United vs CF Montréal?

Team Form & Recent Performances

Atlanta United:

• 2024 Record: 10W, 10D, 14L (40 points, 9th in East)

• Postseason: Lost 2-1 to CF Montréal in Wild Card (Oct 22, 2024, 5-4 on penalties after 2-2 draw)

• Home Form (2024): 6W, 5D, 6L (30 goals scored, 25 conceded)

• Latest Result: 2-1 preseason win vs. Charleston Battery (Feb 15, 2025)
  Atlanta United’s 2024 season ended in heartbreak, but their potent home attack (1.76 goals per game) and Almirón’s return signal intent. Preseason momentum suggests they’re primed to start 2025 strong, with Saba Lobjanidze and Daniel Ríos carrying over their scoring form.

CF Montréal:

• 2024 Record: 10W, 11D, 13L (41 points, 8th in East)

• Postseason: Beat Atlanta 2-1 (Wild Card), NYCFC 2-0 (Round 1), lost to Columbus 1-0 (Nov 5, 2024)

• Away Form (2024): 3W, 6D, 8L (17 goals scored, 34 conceded)

• Latest Result: 3-1 preseason loss to Inter Miami (Feb 15, 2025)
  Montréal’s playoff run showcased resilience, but their away struggles (2.0 goals conceded per game) and a heavy preseason defeat raise questions. Josef Martínez remains a threat, bolstered by new signing Prince Owusu.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

• Overall Record: Atlanta United 6W, CF Montréal 4W, 2D (12 MLS meetings)

• Recent Meetings:

  • Oct 2, 2024: CF Montréal 1-2 Atlanta United (MLS)

  • Jul 20, 2024: Atlanta United 2-1 CF Montréal (MLS)

  • Apr 6, 2024: Atlanta United 1-1 CF Montréal (MLS)

  • Oct 22, 2024: CF Montréal 2-1 Atlanta United (Wild Card, 5-4 penalties)

• Key Trend: Atlanta won 3 of their last 4 home MLS games vs. Montréal; 6 of the last 7 H2Hs saw both teams score.
  Atlanta’s historical edge at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (3-0-1 in their last 4 MLS home games vs. Montréal) contrasts with Montréal’s recent playoff upset, setting up a narrative of redemption vs. momentum.

Key Players to Watch

• Atlanta United:

  • Miguel Almirón (MID): Returning from Newcastle, his pace and creativity could unlock Montréal’s defense.

  • Saba Lobjanidze (FWD): 8 goals in 2024; a flair player thriving at home.

  • Luciano Acosta (MID): 11 goals, 19 assists in 2024; the playmaking heartbeat.

• CF Montréal:

  • Josef Martínez (FWD): 10 goals in 2024; a proven Atlanta killer.

  • Caden Clark (MID): 4 goals in 2024; emerging talent with playoff poise.

  • Prince Owusu (FWD): New signing from Stuttgart, expected to debut with impact.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

Atlanta United’s high-pressing, possession-based style (54% avg. possession in 2024) will test Montréal’s counterattacking approach (1.41 goals per game in playoffs). Atlanta’s home advantage—backed by a raucous 40,000+ crowd—pairs with Almirón’s flair to stretch Montréal’s backline, which struggled in preseason. Montréal’s playoff grit and Martínez’s scoring instinct could exploit Atlanta’s defense (1.47 goals conceded per home game), but their injury-hit squad and poor away record tilt the scales.

Prediction: Atlanta United vs CF Montréal

Our Prediction: Both Team to Score - Yes