Published 12 days ago • loading... • Updated 12 days ago
Prince Owusu, Thomas Gillier Guide Montreal to 1-0 Victory over Reeling NYCFC
Prince Owusu scored in the 18th minute and Thomas Gillier made two saves as Montréal extended its home winning form.
Prince Owusu scored in the 18th minute on Saturday, leading CF Montreal to a 1-0 victory over New York City FC with assists from Matty Longstaff and defender Luca Petrasso.
Interim coach Philippe Eullaffroy has guided Montreal to two consecutive victories since replacing Marco Donadel, improving the club to a 3-6-0 overall record this season.
Goalkeeper Thomas Gillier totaled two saves in his 17th career start to preserve the shutout, while NYCFC's Maxi Moralez missed an open shot early in the second half.
Defender Tayvon Gray was ejected in the 78th minute after receiving two yellow cards in a two-minute span, extending NYCFC's winless streak to six matches.
Montreal visits Atlanta United next Saturday, while NYCFC hosts D.C. United on May 3, with the visitors remaining 1-2-1 on the road following this defeat.
The great momentum of the CF Montréal was confirmed on Saturday. Philippe Eullaffroy's troupe took 1-0 in front of a New York City FC entering the Saputo stadium.