Match Analysis: Toronto FC vs CF Montreal – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-30
- Time: 11:30 PM UTC
- Location: BMO Field, Toronto, Canada
Game Overview
This Major League Soccer match features Toronto FC hosting CF Montreal at BMO Field. Both teams occupy lower-mid positions in the league table, with Toronto FC currently 12th and CF Montreal 13th. The match carries significance for positioning and local rivalry, as the two teams have historically contested fiercely.
Key Factors to Consider
- Toronto FC has struggled recently with 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses in their last 5 matches, averaging 1.2 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per game. CF Montreal has a slightly better recent record with 2 wins and 3 losses, scoring 1.4 goals and conceding 2.2 per match. Both teams have a 40% Asian Handicap win rate and 60% total goals over rate recently, indicating offensive potential but defensive vulnerabilities.
- Historically, Toronto FC leads in the head-to-head (H2H) series with 28 wins to Montrealβs 22, plus 12 draws across 62 matches since 2009. More recent stats indicate a closely contested rivalry with very small margins: one source notes Toronto FC 20 wins, CF Montreal 19 wins, and 6 draws, while another highlights a slight edge for Toronto in recent H2H with 3 wins to Montrealβs 1 in the last 6 encounters.
- No explicit current injury reports are available from the provided data sources. However, typical mid-season squad rotations or minor injuries may affect squad availability.
- Playing at home at BMO Field offers Toronto FC a familiar environment and fan support. Weather and pitch conditions are not detailed, but usual late August conditions in Toronto should be favorable. No significant external distractions or scheduling congestion noted.
- As both teams sit near the lower mid-table, the motivation to secure points for playoff positioning is high. Local rivalry further fuels competitive intensity.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Toronto FC: -104, CF Montreal: 250, Draw: 280 | Toronto FC win | β β β ββ 65% |
| Spread | Toronto FC -0.5: -109, CF Montreal +50: -122 | Toronto FC -0.5 (win by 1 or more) | β β β ββ 60% |
| Over/under | Over 2.5: -147, Under 2.5: 110 | Under 2.5 goals | β β β ββ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Toronto FC -6% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.5 16% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 2.5 at 16% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 14.1% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Toronto FC is favored to win narrowly given home advantage and historical dominance, but CF Montreal's recent form suggests a competitive match with potential for a draw.
Predicted Score: Toronto FC 2 – 1 CF Montreal