Charlotte, NC, September 28, 2025
News Summary
In a pivotal Major League Soccer clash, CF Montreal secured a 4-1 victory against Charlotte FC, marking their sixth win of the season. The game featured standout performances, particularly from Dante Sealy, who scored two goals. Charlotte FC initially took the lead but faced a significant setback after a red card left them with ten players. This match ended Montreal’s three-game winless streak and could have implications for Charlotte FC’s playoff hopes.
Charlotte, N.C. – CF Montreal defeated Charlotte FC 4-1 on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in a decisive Major League Soccer matchup that showcased the team’s resilience following a challenging stretch. This victory marked CF Montreal’s sixth win of the season and ended their three-game winless streak, their first victory since August 23, 2025.
Dante Sealy emerged as the star of the match with two goals, one in each half. His performance was crucial in helping CF Montreal secure the win against a Charlotte FC side that found themselves down a player after a red card was issued in the first half. Prince Owusu added the final touch with a goal in the 90th minute, tying a club record.
Charlotte FC opened the match’s scoring when Wilfried Zaha dribbled around CF Montreal’s goalkeeper Thomas Gillier and scored into an empty net in the 10th minute, giving Charlotte an early lead. However, the turning point came shortly after when Adilson Malanda of Charlotte FC was shown a red card in the 20th minute after VAR review confirmed he denied a clear goal-scoring opportunity.
Capitalizing on their numerical advantage, CF Montreal equalized in the 41st minute with a free kick from Sealy. The visitor’s momentum continued into the second half as Fabian Herbers scored in the 53rd minute, heading in a cross from Luca Petrasso after a deflection off Charlotte’s goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina, giving Montreal a 2-1 lead.
Sealy struck again in the 86th minute, extending the lead to 3-1 before Owusu finalized the score at 4-1 just before the match’s conclusion. This performance saw Sealy significantly contribute to the team’s win, particularly against a Charlotte team playing with 10 men.
With this loss, Charlotte FC dropped to a 17-13-2 record, marking back-to-back losses after previously tying a franchise-record with a nine-game winning streak. The defeat likely jeopardizes their chances of finishing in the top four of the Eastern Conference.
Charlotte FC will look to rebound as they prepare to face D.C. United in Washington on October 4, 2025. Meanwhile, CF Montreal continues to build momentum as they navigate the rest of the MLS season, which is also available for streaming on Apple TV via the MLS Season Pass.
Key Match Statistics
- CF Montreal Goals: 4
- Charlotte FC Goals: 1
- Dante Sealy Goals: 2
- Prince Owusu Goals: 1
- Fabian Herbers Goals: 1
- Charlotte FC Red Cards: 1
- Total Seattle Shots: 12
- Total Charlotte Shots: 8
Key Features of the Match
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Match Outcome | CF Montreal 4, Charlotte FC 1 |
| Dante Sealy’s Goals | 2 Goals in the match |
| Charlotte FC Red Card | Adilson Malanda in the 20th minute |
| Upcoming Match for Charlotte FC | Against D.C. United on October 4, 2025 |
| CF Montreal’s Season Record | 6 Wins, 17 Losses, 9 Draws (6-17-9) |
| Charlotte FC’s Season Record | 17 Wins, 13 Losses, 2 Draws (17-13-2) |
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Additional Resources
- Charlotte FC Official Site
- QC News
- MLS Soccer – Highlights
- Herald Online
- WCNC
- Wikipedia: Charlotte FC
- Google Search: Charlotte FC vs CF Montreal
- Google Scholar: Charlotte FC September 27 2025
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Charlotte FC
- Google News: Charlotte FC
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