Canada's biggest celebration of professional women's soccer heads to TD Place on November 14 as the league's top two clubs compete for the Diana B. Matheson Cup.
OTTAWA, ON (August 9, 2026) - The Northern Super League (NSL) announced today that Ottawa will host the 2026 NSL Final on Saturday, November 14, 2026. The winner-take-all match will be played at TD Place, where Canada's top two women's professional soccer clubs will compete for the Diana B. Matheson Cup and the league championship. The 2026 NSL Final caps another season of growth for the NSL, with strong attendance, emerging rivalries, and an increasingly competitive league. The playoffs will take place over the two weeks leading up to the championship match, with the full schedule to be announced in the coming weeks.
Chasing the Diana B. Matheson Cup
The league's top two clubs will take the pitch at TD Place with the chance to lift the Diana B. Matheson Cup. Named in honour of Canadian soccer legend and NSL co-founder Diana Matheson, the trophy recognizes the league champion and reflects the continued growth of professional women's soccer in Canada.
"Bringing the NSLFinal to Ottawa in our second season is an exciting milestone for the Northern Super League," said Diana Matheson, Chief Growth Officer of the NSL. "Last year's final showed what's possible when the country's best players compete on the biggest stage. We're looking forward to creating another memorable championship experience for our fans."
"We're excited to bring the NSL Final to Ottawa and celebrate the culmination of an incredible second season for the Northern Super League," said Christina Litz, President of the Northern Super League. "After a season of unforgettable moments, fans will have the opportunity to watch two exceptional teams compete for the Diana B. Matheson Cup in what promises to be an unforgettable celebration of professional women's soccer."
Ottawa Set to Welcome Fans from Across Canada
Ottawa has quickly established itself as one of the country's strongest soccer markets, with enthusiastic support for both the NSL and Ottawa Rapid FC. Hosting the NSL Final will bring supporters from across Canada together to celebrate the league and crown its next champion. "Hosting the Northern Super League Final is tremendous news for Ottawa as a sports destination and for the continued growth of women's professional sport in Canada," said Michael Crockatt, President & CEO of Ottawa Tourism. "This championship provides an opportunity to showcase our city while welcoming athletes, supporters, and visitors from across the country. Ottawa has embraced the NSL and Ottawa Rapid FC, and we're proud to host this landmark event."
Ticket Information & Fan Events
Fans can look forward to a series of events and celebrations in Ottawa in the days leading up to the 2026 NSL Final. Kickoff time, broadcast details and the full schedule of events will be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets will be available beginning Aug. 13, with exclusive presale opportunities ahead of the general public on sale on Aug. 17. For complete ticket information, presale details and the latest NSL Final updates, visit NSL.ca/final.
The Northern Super League's final is proudly supported by the league Founding Partners:
