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The Alouettes worked hard to leave Calgary with victory in their pocket. This time, it wasn't the offense or defense that stole the show, but an underrated player.
Kicker José Maltos Diaz made a 58-yard(!) field goal to put the Sparrows ahead in the dying minutes against the Stampeders, the longest kick in Montreal Alouettes history:
NO WAY JOSE!!!!
Jose Maltos hits a 57-yard field goal, the LONGEST in Alouettes history!
#LCF #GoAlsGo on RDS
pic.twitter.com/a4ybGzp6eB– RDS (@RDSca) July 25, 2025
“I had to stay mentally strong in order to help my team win No matter the distance, whether it's 20, 30, 40 or 50 yards, I treat each of my placements with exactly the same respect.”
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José Maltos Díaz: a winning kick for the Alouettes
At 33, Mexican José Carlos Maltos Díaz has established himself as the Montreal Alouettes' trusted kicker. After signing a two-year contract in November 2024, he will be under contract until the 2026 season.
His background inspires respect: a former university player in Mexico, he only started playing American football at the age of 16.
Nicknamed “El Matador” by some in the media for his fearsome precision in crucial moments, José Maltos has carved out an enviable place for himself in a rare and valuable CFL position.
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