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Ottawa Rapid FC defeats Vancouver Rise FC 4-0 in Northern Super League match

On May 6, 2026, Ottawa Rapid FC beat Vancouver Rise FC 4‑0 at TD Place Stadium in Ottawa. Kayla Adamek opened scoring in the 29th minute, followed by a brace from D.B. Pridham and a goal by Sadie Waite. Ottawa held 44% possession, took nine shots with five on target, and goaltender Melissa Dagenais saved two attempts. Vancouver dominated possession at 56%, recorded six shots with two on goal, and keeper Morgan McAslan saved one. Ottawa head coach Katrine Pedersen praised her side’s aggressive defensive effort.

The defeat marks Vancouver Rise FC’s third consecutive loss since the Northern Super League’s inaugural season in late April. New signings Tori Tumeth earned her first start, Jaime Perrault debuted, and Kennedy Faulknor returned after a season‑ending injury. Rise FC’s next fixture is on May 18 against Halifax Tides FC in Nova Scotia. The Northern Super League, Canada’s first professional women’s soccer league launched in 2025, features six clubs: Calgary Wild FC, Halifax Tides FC, Montréal Roses, Ottawa Rapid FC, AFC Toronto, and Vancouver Rise FC.

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