Canada's fiercest derby returns as CF Montréal host Toronto FC at Stade Saputo; two struggling sides, one massive grudge match.
Montreal finally grabbed their first win of the season last week, snapping an 11-game drought, but let's not pretend the storm has passed. They're bottom of the East, lacking firepower, and clinging to flashes from Prince Owusu and keeper Jonathan Sirois to stay competitive.
Toronto haven't fared much better, but at least show glimpses of structure. Federico Bernardeschi remains their X-factor, while Sean Johnson keeps things steady at the back. With both teams leaking goals at nearly identical rates, expect grit over glamour. It's not about form, this is about bragging rights, and in the 401 Derby, that's everything.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
What time does Montreal vs. Toronto kick off?
This MLS clash takes place at the Stade Saputo in Montreal, Canada, and kicks off on Saturday, May 17 at 2:30 p.m. local time (ET).
Here's how that time translates across Canada:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Atlantic Time | Sat, May 17 | 3:30 p.m. |
| Eastern Time | Sat, May 17 | 2:30 p.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, May 17 | 1:30 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, May 17 | 12:30 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, May 17 | 11:30 a.m. |
Montreal vs. Toronto live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this MLS match in the U.S.:
TV channel: N/A
Live stream: Apple TV
This match is not available for live TV broadcast in Canada. Streaming options are available on Apple TV with the MLS Season Pass.
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MLS fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Saturday, May 17
- Montreal vs. Toronto (2:30 p.m.)
- New York City vs. New York (4:30 p.m.)
- Columbus vs. Cincinnati (7:00 p.m.)
- Atlanta vs. Philadelphia (7:30 p.m.)
- Charlotte vs. Chicago (7:30 p.m.)
- New England vs. San Jose (7:30 p.m.)
- Austin vs. Vancouver (8:30 p.m.)
- Dallas vs. Houston (8:30 p.m.)
- Minnesota vs. St. Louis City (8:30 p.m.)
- Nashville vs. D.C United (8:30 p.m.)
- Colorado vs. Salt Lake (9:30 p.m.)
- Portland vs. Seattle (9:30 p.m.)
- San Diego vs. Kansas City (10:30 p.m.)
Sunday, May 18
- Inter Miami CF vs. Orlando City SC (7:00 p.m.)
- LA Galaxy vs. LAFC (9:00 p.m.)
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