# Canadian Championship semifinals: Vancouver and CF Montreal

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/canadian-championship-semifinals-between-vancouver-and-cf20
> Updated: 2026-09-03T01:14:15.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The Vancouver Whitecaps and CF Montreal met in the first leg of the Canadian Championship semifinals, resulting in a 1-1 draw. Montreal took an early lead in the 15th minute through a long-range shot by Dani Pereira, who scored after forcing a turnover near the halfway line.

While Vancouver dominated possession and shots, they were unable to secure a lead until the 72nd minute, when captain Ryan Gauld scored the equalizer following an assist from Bruno Caicedo. Substitute Thomas Müller played a key role in the buildup to the equalizer by winning the ball in his own half and initiating the counterattack.

The match was marked by significant officiating scrutiny. In addition to a disallowed goal by Alexis Sánchez following a VAR review for an offside position, Montreal had two additional goals disallowed due to offside calls involving Prince Owusu. Vancouver goalkeeper Isaac Boehmer and defender Brian White were also noted for their involvement in several close scoring opportunities for both sides.

The result leaves the semifinal tie open. The defending champions, Vancouver Whitecaps, must win the second leg in Montreal, scheduled for September 16 or 17, to secure their place in the final and compete for the Voyageurs Cup.

## Claims

- The match was the first leg of the Canadian Championship semifinals. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Alexis Sánchez entered the match as a substitute in the second half. (single source)
- The match between CF Montréal and Vancouver Whitecaps FC ended in a 1-1 draw. (single source)
- A goal scored by Alexis Sánchez was disallowed due to an offside decision. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: Alexis Sánchez sees disallowed goal in CF Montréal draw

Alexis Sánchez saw a disallowed goal as CF Montréal and Vancouver Whitecaps FC drew 1-1 in the first leg of the Canadian Championship semifinals.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alexis-snchez-sees-disallowed-goal-in-cf-montral-draw

### 2026-08-31: Vancouver Whitecaps host CF Montreal in Canadian Championship semifinals

The Vancouver Whitecaps host CF Montreal in the first leg of the Canadian Championship semifinals as Vancouver seeks a fifth consecutive title.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vancouver-whitecaps-host-cf-montreal-in-canadian-championship-semifinals

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