With the season heating up, two midweek matches bring the spotlight to the West Coast and La Belle Province. Whether it’s chasing a breakthrough, protecting home turf, or climbing the table, every club enters Week 6 with something to prove - and plenty of pride behind them.
Here’s what’s ahead in the Northern Super League:
Vancouver Rise FC vs. Halifax Tides FC
Wednesday, May 21 – 10:00 PM ET
📍 Swangard Stadium | 🎥 TSN+, ESPN+, NSL.ca
Vancouver Rise FC returns home after a demanding road trip and is ready to regroup and recharge in front of their fans. With two wins, two draws, and a fiercely competitive edge, the Rise have shown flashes of brilliance on both sides of the ball. They’ll look to leverage their high energy and pressing style to create chances and regain momentum.
Halifax Tides FC continues to lay strong foundations, showing increasing chemistry and resilience each week. With veteran leadership and a back line growing in confidence, the Tides are inching closer to a signature result. A midweek test in Vancouver offers a prime opportunity for the East Coast side to show their spark on the road and keep building their identity.
What to Watch: Expect a fast-paced match as Vancouver looks to dictate the tempo early, while Halifax’s tactical patience and smart buildup could offer a compelling contrast. This one has all the ingredients of a breakthrough moment for either side.
Montréal Roses FC vs. AFC Toronto
Thursday, May 22 – 7:00 PM ET
📍 Stade Boréal | 🎥 TSN+, RDS, ESPN+, NSL.ca
The top of the table tightens as Montréal Roses FC and AFC Toronto clash in a matchup bursting with quality, grit, and Eastern Conference pride. Montréal remains at the summit after an electric start to their inaugural campaign. With 10 points and standout performances across the roster, the Roses have proven they’re a team with staying power and big-game mentality.
AFC Toronto comes in riding the high of an away win in Halifax and is eager to keep pace in the standings. Balanced across the pitch with sharp midfield play and a growing attacking rhythm, Toronto is a team that continues to rise to the occasion—especially in statement matches like this one.
What to Watch: Both teams bring intensity, structure, and attacking creativity. Montréal will be eager to bounce back at home after their first loss, while Toronto eyes a defining result on the road. Look for midfield matchups and wide play to shape the rhythm of this clash.
The Takeaway
These midweek matches offer more than just points, they’re chapters in the unfolding story of the NSL’s inaugural season. Every club is evolving, every game is competitive, and the quality of play continues to raise the bar for professional women’s soccer in Canada.
Tune in, cheer loud, and get ready for another thrilling week of Canadian football.