Montreal Roses FC climbed back into second place in the NSL table on Saturday night with a composed 2-0 win over Calgary Wild FC at a lively Stade Boréale. On an evening where Montreal dictated much of the play, it was Chae-Rim who delivered the decisive moments, scoring in both halves to seal the three points for the home side.

The first half was a measured affair, with Montreal gradually asserting control in midfield and probing for openings. Their patience paid off just before the break. In the 44th minute, Félicia Roy found a pocket of space and threaded a pass right down the centre. Chae-Rim timed her run perfectly, splitting the Calgary back line, and calmly struck a low shot past the keeper to give Montreal a deserved 1-0 advantage heading into halftime.

Chae-Rim Strikes Again
Calgary emerged from the interval eager to respond, but Montreal wasted no time doubling their lead. Just five minutes into the second half, Tanya Boychuk unleashed a shot inside the area that ricocheted into Chae-Rim’s path. With two Wild defenders closing quickly, the Roses striker showed strength and composure, muscling her way through and rifling home her second of the night from close range. The quickfire finish sent the Stade Boréale crowd into celebration and left Calgary chasing the game.

Despite flashes of attacking intent from the visitors, Montreal’s defensive organization and sharp passing game kept them comfortably in control. The Roses finished with the edge in nearly every statistical category, reflecting a performance built on precision and poise.

Match Stats

• Possession: Montreal dictated play with 62% of the ball, keeping Calgary pinned back for long stretches.
• Total Shots: The Roses outshot the Wild 14 to 9, their relentless pressure eventually paying off through Chae-Rim’s brace.
• Passing Accuracy: Montreal’s crisp distribution was on display as they completed 79% of passes to Calgary’s 67%, a gap that underlined their dominance in midfield.

Looking Ahead
The victory lifts Montreal to an 8-5-4 record, leapfrogging them back into second place as the season nears its final stretch. Their next test comes on August 30, when they travel west to face Vancouver Rise FC in what promises to be a key clash in the playoff race. Calgary, meanwhile, slip to 6-9-2 and remain in fifth. The Wild will look to rebound on the road as they head to Toronto for a showdown with AFC Toronto, also on August 30.

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