MLS
Stadium Guide
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Montreal, QC
Opened
2012
Capacity of
20,801
Best way there
Green Line to Viau
5-minute walk to the gates.
Tickets
Mobile tickets
Saputo Stadium is cashless.
Arrive by
Gates open 90 min early
Bag policy
14" × 14" × 6" max, no backpacks
Medical and diaper bags are allowed.
Food & water
No outside food or drinks
Medical and special-needs food exceptions only.
Parking
$15–$25 CAD
Parc Olympique lots.
Nearest airport
Montréal-Trudeau (YUL) · 12 mi
About 25 min by car.
Best value seats
Upper sections
These seats in a stadium this compact still feel relatively close to the pitch.
Saputo Stadium is a soccer-specific venue in Montreal's east end that CF Montréal has called home since 2012. It holds just over 20,800 fans in a compact, purpose-built bowl that creates an intimate atmosphere, especially in the supporters' section behind the south goal. The stadium sits on the site of the old Stade Uniprix in the Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie neighborhood.
The area around the stadium is a residential Montreal neighborhood with a local, unpretentious feel — not a major tourist district, but authentically the city. The Orange Metro line (Pie-IX station) drops you right at the stadium entrance, making public transit the obvious choice. Pre-match options are more limited in the immediate area, so many fans gather in the Plateau or Mile End neighborhoods before making their way over.
YUL is about 12 miles west of Stade Saputo. Rideshare runs $30–45 CAD. The 747 Express Bus goes to downtown Montréal, then transfer to the Metro Orange or Green Line. Allow 60–75 minutes by transit.
Accessible parking is in the Parc Olympique complex lots. Drop-off is near the main stadium entrance off Boulevard Pie-IX. For accommodations, contact CF Montréal or Stade Saputo operations through cfmontreal.com.
On-site parking is limited. Parc Olympique lots and structures have reasonable capacity but fill fast on big match days. Pre-book. The Metro is far better, since post-match car exits are poor.
Tailgating isn't a big part of the scene. Pre-match atmosphere builds in the supporter sections and in bars along Rue Sainte-Catherine and the Plateau. Check supporter group channels for organized gatherings.
Viau Metro station on the Green Line is a 5-minute walk from Stade Saputo. The Green Line runs direct from downtown stations (McGill, Berri-UQAM). STM extends service on match nights.
Stade Saputo is in the Parc Olympique complex in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve. It's walkable from HoMa or the Plateau. Arrive early to see the Olympic Tower and Biodome nearby.
Bike parking is around the Parc Olympique complex. BIXI has stations nearby, and the REV (Réseau express vélo) network makes cycling from the Plateau, Rosemont or downtown practical.
Outside drinks are not permitted.
Outside food is not permitted.
Exceptions for medical requirements and special needs.
Bags up to 14" x 14" x 6" are permitted. Large purses, coolers, briefcases and backpacks are prohibited. Medical and diaper bags are allowed.
Saputo is small and intimate, with no truly bad seat. The main stand midfield sections are closest to the touchline with a clean view of the full pitch.
Even the upper sections feel close to the pitch, with a clean elevated view. Prices are lower, and the difference from the lower bowl is small.
Corner sections have limited angles to both goals and restricted sightlines to the center circle. End goal sections are energetic but limited tactically. Midfield in any tier is reliable.
The main stand is on the south side, which faces north and has natural shade during afternoon games. The north side gets more direct afternoon sun. Summers are mild, so sun matters less, but the main stand is more comfortable for summer afternoon kickoffs.
Saputo is fully open-air. Early April openers can be cold and occasionally snowy. May is usually pleasant, and summer is warm. September and October can be cool in the evenings. Bring layers early and late in the season.
Concourse Level - Fresh poutine, smoked meat sandwiches and Québécois classics. Get the smoked meat poutine.
Main Concourse - Iconic Montreal hand-rolled, wood-fired bagels.
Throughout the Stadium - Quebec craft brewery pouring its flagship blonde ale and seasonal options.
A goal celebration in which a famous Montrealer or someone linked to the city rings the bell every time CF Montreal.
Montreal is nicknamed, "The City of a Hundred Steeples" for all the churches, so the bell is a nod to the city's religious heritage.
Traditional tailgating isn't a big part of the CF Montréal matchday scene, though some fans grill informally in the parking area near the southeast entrance. The bigger pre-match draw is the supporter sections themselves and the bars along Rue Sainte-Catherine and in the Plateau neighborhood — check 1642 MTL and Ultras Montréal social media for organized meetups before kickoff.
CF Montréal's supporter groups — led by 1642 MTL — fill sections 114 and the fronts of 127 and 131–132 at Saputo Stadium in a standing area behind the north goal. Drums, flags, and French and English chants create an atmosphere that reflects Montréal's unique soccer culture. The Canadian Championship rivalry with Toronto FC and Vancouver Whitecaps adds extra intensity on those matchdays. Non-Montréal apparel is not permitted in the supporter sections.
The Saputo Family Corner (Sections 116–119) has a jungle gym, a soccer play pen and other activities at the top of the sections. Kids (roughly ages 3–12) can burn energy while parents watch from nearby seats. Matchdays also bring interactive digital games and freestyle soccer shows, and families can sign up early to meet players and win prizes.
Changing tables: Family restrooms and water fountains throughout the concourse.
Strollers: Entrances are stroller-friendly.
Transit: Viau station, Green Line.
Tip: Summer matches can be hot and sunny. Bring sunscreen and hats.
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