Neal finished the 2026 MLS campaign with 19 appearances, including 18 starts, missing Montreal's final four matches due to injury.
Analysis:Neal established himself as a regular center-back when healthy, starting 18 of his 19 league appearances. He recorded 30 tackles and contributed primarily through his defensive responsibilities rather than attacking production, finishing without a goal or assist. A lower-body injury interrupted his campaign and kept him out of Montreal's final four matches, depriving the team of an established defensive option. His season was therefore marked by a significant starting role before the late injury setback.
