CF Montréal has finalized the acquisition of forward Daniel Ríos, enhancing their offensive capabilities for the upcoming seasons. The Mexican player has committed to a contract covering the 2026 season, with potential options extending through June 2027 and into the 2027-28 season.
Daniel Ríos Joins CF Montréal
Luca Saputo, the Managing Director of Recruitment and Sporting Methodology at CF Montréal, expressed enthusiasm about Ríos’s arrival. He believes Ríos’s experience and leadership will play a crucial role in strengthening the team’s roster balance.
Career Highlights
Ríos, who previously played for Vancouver Whitecaps FC on loan from Club Deportivo Guadalajara, had an impressive season with three goals and three assists across 31 matches. He also contributed to the team’s playoff run with one goal.
- Previous Club: Vancouver Whitecaps FC
- Loan Source: Club Deportivo Guadalajara (Chivas)
- 2025 MLS Performance: 3 goals, 3 assists
- Playoff Involvement: 1 goal in playoff matches
Ríos’s experience spans five seasons in Major League Soccer (MLS). He has played for various clubs, including:
- Atlanta United (2024)
- Charlotte FC (2022)
- Nashville SC (2020-2021)
- Vancouver Whitecaps (2025)
In his MLS career, Ríos has participated in 112 regular season matches, starting in 60 of them. His statistics include:
| Category | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Minutes Played | 5,217 |
| Goals | 22 |
| Assists | 10 |
| Playoff Goals | 2 (in 10 games) |
Early Career and International Experience
Originating from Mexico City, Ríos developed through the Club Deportivo Guadalajara academy, graduating in 2015. He gained early experience on loan to lower division teams, including Coras FC and Zacatepec FC. His significant leap came in 2018 when he joined North Carolina FC in the USL Championship, where he scored 20 goals in a single season, sharing the second position in the golden boot race.
Ríos later made a permanent move to Nashville SC, where he replicated his scoring success and finished tied for second again in the golden boot standings in 2019.
On the international front, Ríos has represented Mexico at various youth levels, scoring for the U20 national team in a friendly against the Republic of Ireland back in 2014.
With Ríos officially aboard, CF Montréal looks forward to a promising season ahead, bolstered by his track record and competitive spirit.
