CF Montreal and Pumas UNAM will kick off their 2023 Leagues Cup at Stade Saputo next Saturday, July 22. Here's everything you need to know about the clash:
Montreal and the Auriazules will kick off the opening match on Day 2 of Leagues Cup 2023. Montreal has had a mixed season so far: they are currently in 10th place in the MLS Eastern Conference, with 26 points from 20 games. They have won 8 games, drawn 2, and lost 12. Meanwhile, Pumas’ season has just begun, and they’re currently in 3rd place in LIGA MX table, with 4 points from 2 games. They have won one and drawn the other.
Which teams make up the East 2 group?
In addition to CF Montréal and Pumas UNAM, D.C. United. The team sits in 8th place in the MLS Eastern Conference and has had a promising run of form behind head coach and Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney. Spurred on by Designated Player Christian Benteke, D.C. has surpassed many expectations this year with a largely young and unproven squad.
Tous ensemble → Droit devant! On se revoit le samedi 22 juillet au Stade Saputo contre les @PumasMX.
See you on Saturday July 22 where we face Pumas in the @LeaguesCup at Stade Saputo 🤩
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— CF Montréal (@cfmontreal) July 16, 2023
Kick-off time and how to watch CF Montreal vs. Pumas UNAM
The clash between the MLS and Mexican side will be held Saturday, July 22 in Montreal, Canada starting at 7:30 pm ET (5:30 pm in Mexico City). The game will be broadcast on Apple TV+ in the United States and Mexico.
Possible lineups
CF Montreal: Jonathan Sirois; Joel Waterman, George Campbell, Gabriele Corbo; Ariel Lassiter, Nathan Saliba, Rudy Camacho, Jojea Kwizera; Bryce Duke; Sunusi Ibrahim and Chinonso Offor
Pumas Unam: Julio Jose Gonzalez; Pablo Bennevendo, Natan, Arturo Ortiz, Adrian Aldrete; Eduardo Salvio, Ulises Rivas, Jose Caicedo, Cesar Huerta; Juan Dinenno and Gustavo Javier del Prete
