Seattle Sounders FC face CF Montreal at Lumen Field, Seattle on Sunday, Oct 18 at 4:30 AM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the MLS, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Seattle Sounders FC come into this fixture out of form (1W 2L recently). CF Montreal are out of form (1W 2L recently), making this a relatively even contest on current form.

Despite playing at home, Seattle Sounders FC face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. CF Montreal have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Seattle Sounders FC won 5–0. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Seattle Sounders FC a slight edge, but CF Montreal are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.