Vancouver Rise FC and Calgary Wild FC battled to a 1-1 draw on Saturday afternoon at Swangard Stadium, as two of the league’s top-performing sides delivered an action-packed display to close out play ahead of the international break.
Early Drama
It didn’t take long for the action to heat up. Vancouver opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a composed finish from Mariah Lee, capitalizing on a slick attacking sequence to end Calgary’s 192-minute shutout streak.
Calgary responded quickly. Just five minutes later, Kahli Johnson drew things level with a sharp turn and finish from the edge of the area, her third goal of the season, after receiving a well-placed pass from Danielle Steer. The equalizer set the tone for a high-energy contest, with both sides pushing forward and testing the opposing back lines.
Pushing for the Winner
As the match progressed, Calgary edged possession and created a flurry of opportunities, registering 12 total shots to Vancouver’s 7, including 6 on target. Rise FC remained organized defensively and dangerous in transition, led by standout performances from their midfield and goalkeeper Morgan McAslan.
The final moments brought drama, as Calgary’s Taegan Stewart broke through in stoppage time with a chance to seal the win, but her shot across the face of goal missed narrowly. Vancouver remained composed and disciplined, closing out the match to secure a valuable point on home turf.
Match Stats
- Possession: Calgary controlled 54% of the ball, with Vancouver holding 46%.
- Total Shots: Calgary led 12-7 in shots, with a 6-3 advantage in shots on target.
- Passing Accuracy: Vancouver completed 292 passes to Calgary’s 336, with both sides demonstrating strong build-up play and technical control.
Looking Ahead
The result keeps both clubs firmly in the mix in a tightly contested table, with Calgary entering the break at 2-2-2 and Vancouver at 3-2-2.
With several players from both teams heading off for international duty, the league pause provides a chance to reflect on a thrilling opening stretch of the season. NSL action resumes Thursday, June 5 with Calgary Wild FC hosting Halifax Tides FC and Vancouver Rise FC traveling to face Montréal Roses FC on Saturday June 7.
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