Colorado Rapids vs CF Montreal Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (Sep 12)
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Colorado Rapids vs CF Montreal Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (Sep 12)

Juan Pablo Aravena Juan Pablo Aravena
Moneyline PickColorado Rapids (-145)
Player PropPaxten Aaronson to score anytime (+250)
Same Game ParlayColorado Rapids to win + Both teams to score + Over 3.5 goals (+333)
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Colorado Rapids vs CF Montreal Main Match Info

Colorado Rapids vs CF Montreal Moneyline Prediction

The Rapids currently sit seventh in the Western Conference standings and are in a tight race to secure a playoff berth, but their recent form has been less than ideal. They are coming off a 1-1 draw at Austin FC, leaving them with just one win in their last four league matches (W1, D1, L2). However, they’ve been nearly unstoppable at home, with five wins in a row and just three defeats in their last 11 contests (W8, L3).

CF Montreal, meanwhile, have been the complete opposite. They’re trending toward being one of the first teams to be mathematically eliminated from playoff contention in the Eastern Conference. They suffered another defeat, a 2-1 home loss to Charlotte, in midweek, and that means their winless skid has now reached five games across all competitions (D2, L3), with just one win in their last 10 overall (W1, D4, L5).

The combination of an excellent home record, a struggling opponent, and the need to get three points to keep their position in the standings intact suggests Colorado are quite likely to come away with the win. The Rapids should take advantage of Montreal’s defensive struggles on the road, as they’ve conceded a whopping 35 goals in just 12 away outings in league play (W2, D1, L9).

Colorado Rapids vs CF Montreal Player Prop

Paxten Aaronson isn’t a forward, but that hasn’t stopped him from becoming the most reliable scoring threat on the Rapids roster following the departure of star striker Rafael Navarro.

Aaronson has recorded 10 goal contributions this season, notching five goals and five assists in league play. He’s in a prime position to add to his tally given Montreal’s poor defensive record.

Colorado Rapids vs CF Montreal Same Game Parlay

The Rapids have been dominant at home, and they should have enough quality to secure all three points against a CF Montreal side that has struggled on the road. The Canadian club have the second-worst away record in the East and are averaging 2.91 goals allowed per away match in 2026.

All signs point to a high-scoring clash. Nine of Montreal’s 24 encounters have seen over 3.5 goals, and their games are averaging 3.4 goals. Both teams scoring is also a likely outcome, as BTTS has landed in seven of Le CFM’s last eight outings across all competitions.

Colorado Rapids vs CF Montreal Team News

Colorado Rapids Team News 

The Rapids will be without Reggie Cannon due to suspension and will have to find a way to cover his absence on the right side of the defence. He’s not the only key defensive asset who will be sidelined, as veteran goalkeeper Zack Steffen is dealing with a long-term shoulder injury.

The Rapids have several players listed as game-time decisions for Saturday. The list includes Kimani Stewart-Baynes (lower leg), Youssef Maziz (undisclosed), Ted Ku-DiPietro (shoulder), and Mamadou Diop (knee).

Ibrahim Sadiq is expected to lead the attack following the departure of Rafael Navarro, who signed a multi-year deal with St. Louis City SC.

CF Montreal Team News

Montreal will miss a key presence in midfield, as Matthew Longstaff is suspended. The Englishman has contributed two goals and three assists across 24 MLS appearances this season for Le CFM, while totaling 1,925 minutes in midfield. Jalen Neal (concussion) has also been ruled out but could return in the near future.

Montreal also have several game-time decisions, including key striker Prince-Osei Owusu (groin), defender Bode Hidalgo (groin), and central midfielders Daniel Pereira and Frankie Amaya, with the latter duo dealing with lower-body injuries. It remains to be seen whether Alexis Sanchez, the marquee signing of the summer, will be in the starting lineup.

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