On Saturday, during the 7th week of the MLS season, Philadelphia celebrated a thrilling match at Stade Saputo against CF Montréal. The home team initially took the lead when Iván Pajuelo scored in the 22nd minute, setting off wild celebrations among Montreal fans. However, Philadelphia Union showcased their resilience when Japhet Sery equalized in the 54th minute with a powerful header. The dramatic comeback was completed when Jesús Bueno netted a stunning goal in the 70th minute, putting Philadelphia ahead 2-1.
Indiana Vassilev almost increased the margin in the 83rd minute, but his shot hit the post, leaving the score untouched.
Jesús Bueno had a standout performance, scoring a goal and attempting two shots. Milan Iloski also played a significant role for Philadelphia Union, making three attempts at goal throughout the match.
The head coach of Montréal, Marco Donadel, utilized a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Thomas Gillier in goal; Dawid Bugaj, Efraín Morales, Brayan Vera, and Luca Petrasso in defense; Victor Loturi, Matty Longstaff, Dagur Thórhallsson, Wikelman Carmona, and Iván Pajuelo in midfield; and Prince Osei Owusu as the striker.
Meanwhile, Bradley Carnell’s Philadelphia Union deployed a 4-4-2 setup with Andre Blake as goalkeeper; Nathan Harriel, Japhet Sery, Olwethu Makhanya, and Francis Westfield in defense; Benjamin Bender, Jesús Bueno, Jovan Lukic, and Indiana Vassilev in midfield; and forwards Milan Iloski and Bruno Damiani.
The match referee was Alexis Da Silva.
Looking ahead, CF Montréal will face New York Red Bulls at home, while Philadelphia Union will host DC United.
Substitutions for CF Montréal
37’ 1T – Wikelman Carmona out for Fabian Herbers
69’ 2T – Dagur Thórhallsson out for Hennadii Synchuk; Efraín Morales out for Tomás Avilés
81’ 2T – Fabian Herbers out for Opoku Kwadwo
Cards for CF Montréal:
21’ 1T – Thomas Gillier (insulting or dissenting towards the referee), 36’ 1T – Prince Osei Owusu (unsportsmanlike conduct), and 42’ 1T – Victor Loturi (unsportsmanlike conduct)
Substitutions for Philadelphia Union
64’ 2T – Benjamin Bender out for Ezekiel Alladoh
80’ 2T – Milan Iloski out for Alejandro Bedoya; Japhet Sery out for Philippe Ndinga; Victor Loturi out for Olger Escobar
87’ 2T – Indiana Vassilev out for Cavan Sullivan
Cards for Philadelphia Union:
51’ 1T – Japhet Sery (unsportsmanlike conduct), 13’ 2T – Olwethu Makhanya (unsportsmanlike conduct), 40’ 2T – Bruno Damiani (insulting or dissenting towards the referee), and 51’ 2T – Jovan Lukic (unsportsmanlike conduct)