CF Montreal was defeated by Nashville SC 1-0 after a penalty kick decided the match at Geodis Park on July 22, 2026. The encounter was part of the Major League Soccer regular‑season schedule and ended with a solitary goal that came from the spot.
The only scoring action of the game came when Nashville was awarded a penalty. The ensuing spot kick was converted, giving the home side a 1-0 lead that they maintained for the remainder of the contest. No further goals were recorded by either side as the match progressed.
Both clubs created opportunities throughout the 90 minutes, but the decisive moment arrived when the referee pointed to the spot. Montreal was unable to equalise despite pressing for an answer, and Nashville’s defense held firm to preserve the narrow margin.
The result leaves CF Montreal with a loss on their record for the season, while Nashville SC adds three points to their tally. The penalty goal proved the difference in a tightly contested regular‑season meeting between the two MLS franchises.
The match concluded without any additional scoring, confirming the importance of set‑piece execution in closely fought league games. Nashville’s ability to capitalize on the penalty provided the edge needed to secure the win at Geodis Park.