JALEN NEAL NEWS

Scores, shines defensively in win Neal scored a goal off two shots (both on target) and made eight tackles (five won), six clearances and one interception during Saturday's 3-1 win over Houston.

Impact Neal had his best performance of the year here, dominating at the heart of the defense with season highs in both tackles and clearances while also appearing as an aerial threat on the other end and heading home a free-kick cross from the right to make it 3-0 in the 54th minute. This was the first goal of the year for the center-back, who now appears to be in his best form after recovering from the knee injury that made him miss the first two months of the campaign.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Prince Owusu scores twice, Montreal snaps 5-game winless skid by beating Dynamo 3-1 HOUSTON (AP) — Prince Owusu scored two goals in a three-minute span, Jalen Neal added his first goal of the Major League Soccer season and C...

JUNE 15 • THESTAR.COM

Substitute option Saturday Neal (chest) is on the bench in Saturday's match against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Neal has been included in the squad for the third time this year, although he's unlikely to play a significant role with both George Campbell and Fernando Alvarez starting at center-back. The fit-again player may be a source of clearances and tackles if given the opportunity, but his team is not very reliable for clean sheets in its current form.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with group Neal (chest) has trained with the group, according to Maxime Turman of DL Coulisses.

Impact Neal is seeing a positive update this week, as he is back in training with the rest of the squad for the first time since his injury. This is good news, as if he can maintain a spot in group training, he should be expected to return to the team sheet when facing the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Orlando Neal is out for Saturday's match against Orlando due to a chest injury, according to manager Marco Donadel, per Maxime Truman of DL Coulisses.

Impact Neal will be on the outside of the team sheet Saturday, as he suffered a hit to the chest that caused immense pain. Luckily for the club, this is a minor loss, only appearing in one match all of this season. He will hope this is a short asbence, as he has already missed six games due to injury.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Neal (knee) was an unused option during the 2-1 loss to Columbus.

Impact Neal was an option for the first time this season following his knee injury. He will look to make his team debut on the pitch for Montreal, having made 14 starts in 21 appearances with the Galaxy in 2024, including the playoffs.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Rossi and the Columbus Crew host CF Montreal

Diego Rossi leads the Columbus Crew into a matchup with CF Montreal after scoring two goals against D.C

APRIL 4

CF Montreal seeks first win of the season, visits the Chicago Fire

CF Montreal looks for its first win of the season when it visits the Chicago Fire

MARCH 28

Trains with group Neal (knee) has trained with the group and is trending towards a return, according to Maxime Truman of DL Coulisses.

Impact Neal is once again with the team training, as he joined them last week and trained with no restrictions. However, he didn't return last week after training, so he will hope that comes this week when facing the Fire on Saturday.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Trains without restrictions Neal (knee) trained Friday without restrictions and looks to be an option for Saturday's match against Nashville, according to Maxime Truman of DL Coulisses.

Impact Neal has finally returned to training and looks to be close to completely fit again, as he was able to train fully. This is solid news, as this could mean he is open for his season debut Saturday. He started in 14 of his 21 appearances last season and will likely see a rotational to starting role once fit.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

CF Montreal seeks first victory of the season, visits Nashville

CF Montreal aims for its first victory of the season when it visits Nashville

MARCH 21

CF Montreal takes losing streak into game against D.C. United

CF Montreal aims to end a three-game slide when it plays D.C

MARCH 14

Doesn't train Neal (knee) didn't train during Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match against D.C. United, according to Maxime Truman of DL Coulisses.

Impact Neal does not look to be near a return anytime soon, as he still has yet to train or work with a ball. He will more than likely miss out another game this Saturday, with a return date still up in the air for the defender.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps host CF Montreal in non-conference play

The Vancouver Whitecaps and CF Montreal meet in non-conference play

MARCH 7

Out Saturday Neal (knee) is out for Saturday's match against Minnesota.

Impact Neal will not be an option after training away from the group this week, with a knee injury being too much to overcome. He will now have missed both of the club's opening matches of the season after starting in 14 of his 21 appearances with the Galaxy last season.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Training away from group Neal (knee) is training away from the group and is not expected to be available for Saturday's match against Minnesota United, Maxime Truman of DansLesCoulisses reports.

Impact Neal missed the season opener against Atlanta as he rehabs from a knee injury, and the defender might not be ready to suit up for Round 2, either. This means Luca Petrasso could remain in the XI as his replacement.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Not available for Atlanta Neal (knee) is out for Saturday's season opener against Atlanta, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Neal is dealing with a knee injury and will miss the first game of the MLS season. He is close to joining the group. His absence will force a change in the defense, with Luca Petrasso likely starting in his place.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Jesus Ferreira, Jalen Neal and John Tolkin depart USMNT January Camp Three players won’t be seen against Venezuela or Costa Rica

JANUARY 16 • STARSANDSTRIPESFC.COM

CF Montreal acquire D Jalen Neal from Galaxy CF Montreal announced the acquisition of U.S.defender Jalen Neal from the Los Angeles Galaxy on Monday.The Galaxy received $650,000 in gener...

JANUARY 6 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

CF Montreal acquire D Jalen Neal from Galaxy CF Montreal announced the acquisition of U.S.defender Jalen Neal from the Los Angeles Galaxy on Monday.The Galaxy received $650,000 in gener...

JANUARY 6 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

CF Montréal acquire USMNT defender Jalen Neal from LA Galaxy | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - MTL receive: Jalen Neal - LA receive: $650k GAM, int'l roster spot, sell-on % CF Montréal have acquired cen...

JANUARY 6 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Traded to Montreal Neal has been traded to Montreal in exchange for General Allocation Money in 2025 and 2026, as well as an international roster spot for 2025. He signed a three-year contract with t...

Impact Neal was a regular at the back for the Galaxy in 2024, and he should have an even bigger role with Montreal in 2025 and beyond. The center-back made 21 appearances, including 14 starts, for the 2024 MLS Cup champions, racking up 52 clearances, 24 tackles and 15 interceptions.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Option exercised Neal's option for 2025 was exercised, LA Galaxy announced.

Impact Neal was a depth option once again, playing 21 times, making 14 starts in MLS action. The defender is a valuable option even if he hasn't established himself as a starter. Neal will likely be back in a depth role once more in 2025, unless he can really impress in pre-season.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Energetic defensive performance Neal generated four tackles (three won) and four clearances in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Charlotte FC.

Impact Neal led the Galaxy backline Saturday as they recorded a clean sheet in a 1-1 draw with Charlotte. Neal's four tackles (three won) led the team and were a season-high in a single match for the defender. After beginning the season unavailable due to an abdomen injury, Neal has been brought along slowly in his return to action. He has appeared in each of Galaxy's most recent five matches, starting on three occasions. After starting in 14 of 16 appearances in 2023, Neal should be competing for consistent time in Galaxy's backline in 2024.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stalwart defensive performance Neal had one tackle (zero won), eight clearances and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Neal led the Los Angeles backline with eight clearances Sunday as his side drew 0-0 with Seattle Sounders. After missing the first nine matches due to injury, the match marked Neal's first start of 2024. Between his one start and one substitute appearance, Neal has totaled two tackles (one won), an interception, eight clearances and three blocks.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE