Daniel Rios nets stoppage‑time equaliser as CF Montreal draws 1‑1 with NYCFC
TL;DR
- Rios scores in 2nd‑half stoppage time
- Match ends 1‑1 at Citi Field
- NYCFC’s playoff hopes in jeopardy
Daniel Ríos struck two minutes into second‑half stoppage time to secure a 1‑1 draw for CF Montreal against New York City FC at Citi Field on Saturday.
NYCFC had taken a 1‑0 lead before halftime through Andrés Perea, who finished a pass from Nicolás Fernández Mercau.
Montreal’s 17‑year‑old goalkeeper Samsy Keita made two saves in his fourth start, while NYCFC’s Matt Freese recorded one save.
The draw leaves NYCFC with a 9‑12‑12 record, putting them on the brink of missing the playoffs, while Montreal sits at 6‑19‑8.
Both teams have upcoming matches to conclude the regular season, with Montreal hosting Vancouver Whitecaps and NYCFC traveling to D.C. United.
Why It Matters
The result keeps New York City FC on the edge of missing the MLS playoffs, a development that could affect the league’s North‑American market dynamics and fan interest across the United States, Canada, and among Indian expatriates who follow MLS. The draw also influences the final standings for both clubs as they finish the regular season.
Oct 31, 2026 · Updated 10/31/2026, 9:45:31 PM · Reported with: ABC News Sports, Sportsnet
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