CF Montreal: Player Options, Fan Attendance, and Divisional Predictions
As the 2021 Major League Soccer (MLS) season approaches, CF Montreal fans are gearing up for what could be a promising year for their team. But with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many questions surround player options, fan attendance, and divisional predictions. Here’s a closer look at what we know so far.
Player Options
One of the biggest questions for CF Montreal surrounds player options. A number of players are out of contract, including stars like Bojan Krkic and Romell Quioto. The team has already made some key signings in the offseason, such as defender Kamal Miller and midfielder Djordje Mihailovic, but it remains to be seen if they’ll be able to retain key players from last year’s squad.
Fan Attendance
Like most professional sports leagues, MLS was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. CF Montreal played their home games in Harrison, New Jersey, and without fans in attendance. The league has yet to make an official announcement regarding fan attendance for the 2021 season, but it’s likely that teams will be allowed to have limited numbers of fans at games. How this will impact CF Montreal’s attendance remains to be seen, but it could be crucial for a team that relies on passionate fans to create a home-field advantage.
Divisional Predictions
Another big question for CF Montreal is how they’ll stack up against the other teams in the Eastern Conference’s Atlantic Division. Last year, they finished in ninth place with a 8-13-2 record. However, with new signings and potentially important returning players, the team could make a run for the playoffs in 2021. The Atlantic Division includes tough competition from teams like the New England Revolution and New York City FC, but if CF Montreal can perform at their best, they could surprise their opponents and contend for a playoff spot.
In conclusion, CF Montreal faces many questions ahead of the 2021 MLS season. If they can retain key players, attract passionate fans, and perform at a high level, the team could make a surprise run for the playoffs. Fans will have to wait and see how the season unfolds, but hope is high for one of Canada’s most promising soccer teams.