A new chapter for CF Montréal
Alexis Sánchez is poised to step onto MLS soil for the first time on August 19, when CF Montréal hosts the Columbus Crew. The Chilean veteran, who has been sidelined since May 23 after his La Liga stint with Sevilla, will make his official debut in a match that could mark a turning point for the Canadian side.
Montréal’s interim manager Philippe Eullaffroy confirmed that Sánchez will don the No. 10 shirt and operate primarily in a central attacking role, with occasional shifts to the left flank. The coach emphasized that the player’s experience and goal‑scoring pedigree are intended to lift a young squad that has struggled for consistency.
The club currently sits 14th in the Eastern Conference with 16 points from 18 games, seven points adrift of the playoff places. Eullaffroy believes that Sánchez’s arrival could provide the spark needed to close that gap and finally return the franchise to the postseason for the first time since 2016.
A partnership in attack
Sánchez is expected to form a potent partnership with veteran forward Prince Owusu, who has already contributed ten goals in 17 appearances this season. The duo’s chemistry could reshape the team’s offensive dynamics, offering a blend of creativity and finishing that the club has lacked.
Beyond the immediate on‑field impact, the signing reflects CF Montréal’s ambition to re‑establish itself as a competitive force in MLS. The management hopes that the Chilean’s global profile will also attract greater attention to the club’s future initiatives.