Whitecaps put end to CF Montreal’s misery and season in 2-0 win to cap regular season

Montreal's CF Montreal concluded their most disappointing season ever with a 2-0 defeat to playoff-bound Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday. The match, held at Stade Saputo, saw an unusually muted crowd. Cheikh Sabaly and Mihail Gherasimencov netted for Vancouver, who now lead the Supporters' Shield standings at second place. Montreal, who have been shut out 14 times this season, remain bottom of the table at 6-20-9.

Both of Montreal's major supporters' groups, Collectif IMFC and 1642MTL, have declared they will not attend the team's final two home matches. The first half was largely goalless, with both sides exchanging possession before the break. The second half saw both teams pressing for a breakthrough, with both Sabaly and Noah Streit coming close early on.

Rayan Elloumi had a powerful attempt saved by Montreal's Samsy Keita. The Whitecaps capitalized on their momentum, with Sabaly scoring the second goal in the 50th minute after Keita's save. Gherasimencov sealed the win with a late goal, ensuring Vancouver secured a top-two finish in the Supporters' Shield.