CF Montréal's Jalen Neal: Makes 18 starts before injury

Jalen Neal completed the 2026 MLS season with 19 appearances and 18 starts for CF Montréal, recording 30 tackles. The center-back missed the club’s final four matches because of a lower-body injury. He did not score or assist, but established himself as a regular defensive starter when fit before the late-season setback.