CF Montreal eliminated from playoff contention with defeat to Supporters Shield winners Nashville SC

CF Montreal was officially eliminated from playoff contention following a 2-0 home loss to Nashville SC on Saturday at Stade Saputo. Nashville clinched their first Supporters' Shield in club history with second-half goals from Sam Surridge and Hany Mukhtar, elevating the club to 70 points through 31 matches.

Montreal manager Philippe Eullaffroy made 10 changes to his starting lineup following Wednesday's Canadian Championship final defeat to Forge FC, with defender Brayan Vera being the sole player retained. Teenage goalkeeper Samsy Keita made his debut, while forward Prince Owusu was sidelined through injury as Montreal failed to convert their six shots on target against Nashville goalkeeper Brian Schwake.