Alexis Sanchez joins CF Montreal, set to face Lionel Messi later this month
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Alexis Sanchez is set to join CF Montreal on a free transfer, extending his career in Major League Soccer. The 37-year-old forward previously played at FC Barcelona alongside Lionel Messi. Sanchez is expected to debut against Inter Miami on August 29. Montreal currently sits in 14th place in the Eastern Conference, while Miami ranks 2nd, just two points off the lead.
- •Sanchez joins CF Montreal on a two-year contract.
- •Montreal has struggled with just four wins in 18 matches.
- •The match against Inter Miami is scheduled for August 29.
- •Montreal is currently 14th in the Eastern Conference.
- •Messi's Miami sits 2nd, trailing the top team by two points.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Alexis Sanchez set for MLS transfer, could play against former teammate Lionel Messi this month
"Like many soccer stars who have enjoyed successful careers in Europe, 37-year-old Alexis Sanchez looks set to see out his playing career in the MLS. After spells in Argentina and Italy as a youngster, Sanchez secured a big move to FC Barcelona in 2011 where he played alongside Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi.
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