Montreal rallies for draw against Revolution with late goals
- New England Revolution took a 2-0 lead in the first half with goals from Bobby Wood and Esmir Bajraktarevic.
- CF Montreal rallied in the second half with goals from Tom Pearce and Nathan Saliba, both marking their first career goals.
- The draw highlights Montreal's resilience and sets the stage for their next match against the Chicago Fire.
On Wednesday night in Foxborough, Massachusetts, CF Montreal managed to secure a 2-2 draw against the New England Revolution. The Revolution initially took control of the match, scoring two goals in the first half, with Bobby Wood netting the first in the 24th minute and Esmir Bajraktarevic adding a second just before halftime. Both goals were assisted by Carles Gil, who tied the club record for assists with his ninth of the season. Montreal responded in the second half, beginning their comeback with Tom Pearce scoring from a free kick in the 54th minute, marking his first career goal. This was followed by Nathan Saliba's equalizer in the 68th minute, also his first career goal. The goals from Pearce and Saliba were crucial in turning the tide for Montreal, who had struggled earlier in the match. The match showcased the potential of young players, with 16-year-old Peyton Miller assisting on the Revolution's first goal and Saliba, at 20, contributing to Montreal's comeback. The performance of both teams highlighted the competitive nature of the league, with New England having previously defeated Montreal 5-0 in their last encounter. With this draw, Montreal improved their record to 7-12-10, while New England's record stood at 8-16-4. The result reflects Montreal's resilience and ability to fight back, setting the stage for their upcoming home match against the Chicago Fire, while the Revolution prepare to face Charlotte FC.