Calgary Wild FC impressed in front of their home fans on Saturday afternoon, defeating Halifax Tides FC 3-1 at McMahon Stadium. Captain Meggie Dougherty Howard led by example with a brace, while defender Grace Stordy scored her first NSL goal in a well-rounded team performance.

Though both clubs have been eliminated from playoff contention, the match showcased Calgary’s attacking rhythm and Halifax’s determination, with both sides playing with freedom and intensity as the regular season winds down.

Wild Take Control in First Half
Calgary wasted no time making their mark. In just the third minute, Keelyn Stewart found Meggie Dougherty-Howard in space, and the captain’s volley flew past the keeper to open the scoring. Halifax responded in style midway through the half, as Syd Kennedy netted her first NSL goal with a spectacular volley from distance that soared into the top corner to level the score at 1-1.

The hosts reclaimed the lead before the break when Kahli Johnson delivered a curling cross into the box, met perfectly by Grace Stordy’s first-touch header. The goal, her first in the league, restored Calgary’s advantage and gave the Wild a 2-1 edge heading into halftime.

Dougherty-Howard Seals It Early
Calgary picked up where they left off after the restart, continuing to press high and create chances. Just four minutes into the second half, a foul inside the box handed them a penalty. Dougherty-Howard stepped up and calmly sent the keeper the wrong way, burying her low strike into the left corner for her second goal of the match.

The captain’s brace sealed a deserved 3-1 victory for Calgary, who managed possession smartly and saw out the game with composure. Halifax continued to push forward but the Wild’s organized back line held firm to secure the three points.

Match Stats

• Possession: Calgary controlled 57% of the ball.
• Total Shots: The Wild edged Halifax 16 to 13 in a lively attacking contest.
• Passing Accuracy: Calgary completed 79% of passes compared to Halifax’s 73%.

Looking Ahead
Calgary (8-14-2, 26 points) continue to build momentum heading into the final week of the regular season. They’ll stay home to close out their campaign against Vancouver Rise FC on October 16; a rematch of their opening-day encounter.

Halifax (3-14-7, 16 points) continue to show growth and resilience in their inaugural campaign, playing with confidence and cohesion as they close out the season. They’ll host Ottawa Rapid FC on October 15 in their final match of the year.

For full match statistics, lineups, and a detailed play-by-play, visit the official NSL match page.