Share this Story: Atlanta United battle CF Montreal amid airtight East raceAtlanta United battle CF Montreal amid airtight East raceArticle content A tight battle for an Eastern Conference playoff spot will be front and center when CF Montreal plays host to Atlanta United on Saturday. Atlanta United (10-8-9, 39 points) is sixth in the East standings and one of four teams from fourth place through seventh place tied in points at 39. Try refreshing your browser, or Atlanta United battle CF Montreal amid airtight East race Back to video Montreal (10-10-7, 37 points) dropped out of a playoff spot after losing its second straight game on Wednesday but could be back above the cut-off line with a three-point effort. Josef Martinez converted on a penalty kick to for his 100th career goal across all competitions and give Atlanta United the win. “We know that when we play well at home, we have to win games, especially in the playoff race,” Montreal coach Wilfried Nancy said.

Source: National Post October 01, 2021 22:29 UTC