What happened?
England's national football team is on a roll, with a recent 4-6 win over France in their last fixture (2026-07-18). They're currently on a 2-game winning run, with a recent form record of 4W-0D-1L (WWLWW, most recent first). Their next fixture is against Spain at home on 2026-09-26.
CF Montréal has acquired defender Brayan Ceballos from the New England Revolution on Friday. The Colombian defender has joined the Canadian club for a reported transfer fee of US$500,000 in 2026 general allocation money, $250,000 in 2027 GAM, and up to an additional $100,000 in conditional GAM. New England will also receive an undisclosed percentage of any future transfer fee involving Ceballos.
Why it matters for England
The transfer of Brayan Ceballos to CF Montréal is a significant boost for England's national football team. The Colombian defender has scored three goals in 38 MLS appearances, including 37 starts. Internationally, Ceballos has earned four caps with Colombia's under-23 team, including appearances at the 2024 CONMEBOL Olympic qualifying tournament.
What comes next?
CF Montréal (4-9-3) sits 13th in the Eastern Conference, four points outside the MLS playoff picture. The team is confident that Ceballos will contribute to their collective objectives as well as the team's development. "We are very pleased to welcome Brayan Ceballos to CF Montréal," said team executive Luca Saputo in a statement. “Brayan is a reliable and versatile defender who can play effectively in a variety of systems, making him an important addition to our roster."
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