Women's

Women's soccer across Canada

  1. CBC Soccer·

    Winnipeg's 1st professional women's soccer team will be named Ember FC

    Manitoba's first professional women's soccer team has been named Ember FC and will compete in the Northern Soccer League, with play beginning in the 2027 season.

  2. League1 Ontario·

    From Finding Her Confidence to Finding Her Place in the Pros: Elise Bell’s Journey Through the OPL

    Elise Bell of Ottawa Rapid FC shares her story of progressing through the competitive pathway to make her professional debut, including scoring on her first appearance.

  3. CBC Soccer·

    CBU coach hanging up his whistle after more than 30 years

    Ness Timmons is retiring after 30+ years as head coach of Cape Breton University's women's soccer team, which will compete in the Atlantic University Sport championship this weekend.

  4. Canada Soccer·

    Canada Soccer brings together 26 young women referees for national development weekend in Toronto

    Canada Soccer organized a national development weekend in Toronto for 26 young women referees to advance their officiating skills.

  5. CBC Soccer·

    Vancouver Rise move into 4th place with victory over Calgary Wild

    Vancouver Rise defeated Calgary Wild 3-2, with Mia Pante scoring twice, to move into fourth place in the NSL standings and secure a playoff spot pending Halifax Tides' result against AFC Toronto.

    Also covered by AFTN · TrueNorthFoot

  6. CBC Soccer·

    Should Olivia Smith be starting for Arsenal? Plus, CanWNT & Chelsea star Kadeisha Buchanan joins

    A discussion of Canadian soccer player Olivia Smith's performance at Arsenal and its implications for the Canadian women's national team, along with coverage of Canadian Premier League and National Soccer League playoff races.

  7. Globe and Mail Soccer·

    Canada remains at ninth in FIFA women’s soccer rankings

    Canada holds its ninth-place position in the FIFA women's rankings and will attempt to secure qualification for the 2027 World Cup and 2028 Olympics through the CONCACAF W Championship, with a match against Panama scheduled for November 28.

  8. Sportsnet Soccer·

    Canadian women stick at ninth in FIFA world rankings despite loss, draw

    Canada's women's national team remained ninth in the FIFA world rankings after a recent loss and draw in international matches.

    Also covered by CBC Soccer

  9. CBC Soccer·

    Late equalizer and two huge saves highlight hard-fought Montreal Roses-Halifax Tides draw

    Montreal Roses and Halifax Tides drew 2-2 in a National Soccer League match, with Tiffany Cameron scoring an equalizer in the 87th minute and late saves from both teams' goalkeepers securing the result.

  10. CBC Soccer·

    Janine Sonis on the new CanWNT era & joining Denver Summit FC

    Janine Sonis discusses the Canadian women's national team's evolution and shares details about her move to Denver Summit FC for the next stage of her club career.

  11. TrueNorthFoot·

    Canada fall to Denmark in seven-goal thriller

    Canada's women's national team lost to Denmark in a friendly match on Thanksgiving Day in a game with seven total goals.

  12. Globe and Mail Soccer·

    Canada falls to Denmark in finale of two-game friendly series

    Canada's women's national team lost to Denmark in the second match of a two-game friendly series, with defensive mistakes contributing to the defeat.

  13. CBC Soccer·

    Canada can't overcome Denmark's 1st-half blitz in 4-3 women's soccer friendly loss in Toronto

    Canada's women's national team lost 4-3 to Denmark in a friendly match at BMO Field in Toronto, with Denmark scoring heavily in the first half.

    Also covered by Sportsnet Soccer

  14. TrueNorthFoot·

    CanWNT vs. Denmark in international friendly action: Preview, projected XIs, doubts, and how to watch

    Canada's women's national team plays Denmark in an international friendly at BMO Field on Thanksgiving Day, the second meeting between the two teams.

  15. Globe and Mail Soccer·

    Canadian women look for second straight friendly win against Denmark

    Canada's women's soccer team prepares for a friendly match against Denmark, with midfielder Stephanie Chapman marking her 100th international appearance.

  16. Waking The Red·

    Allysha Chapman feeling excitement and a little dread ahead of Canada sendoff: Stoney reflects on vets impact on CanWNT core identity

    Allysha Chapman, a 37-year-old Canadian women's national team veteran from Courtice, Ontario, is retiring from international soccer after earning 100 caps. Her final match for Canada is scheduled for Monday.

  17. CBC Soccer·

    Stoney wants Canada to be 'more clinical' in second friendly against Denmark

    Canada women's national team head coach Casey Stoney says the team needs to convert more scoring opportunities in their upcoming friendly match against Denmark.

  18. TrueNorthFoot·

    CanWNT vs. Denmark in international friendly action: Preview, projected XIs, doubts, and how to watch

    The Canadian women's national team will face Denmark in an international friendly match on Friday night in Montreal. The preview includes projected lineups, player availability concerns, and broadcast information.

  19. Northern Tribune·

    AFC Toronto Locks In Rollins Through To 2028

    AFC Toronto defender Sarah Rollins has signed a contract extension that will keep her with the club through the 2028 season.

  20. TrueNorthFoot·

    Hunter’s extra-time header sends AFC Toronto Into W Canadian Championship semifinal after 1-1 draw in league play

    Kaylee Hunter scored in extra time to give AFC Toronto a 2-1 victory over Vancouver Rise in a Canadian Championship quarterfinal, advancing them to the semifinals.

  21. Canada Soccer·

    Teams qualified for the Semifinals of 2026-27 W Canadian Championship

    Teams have advanced to the semifinals of the 2026-27 Women's Canadian Championship.

  22. CBC Soccer·

    Canada West Women's Soccer: University of the Fraser Valley vs Thompson Rivers University

    University of the Fraser Valley Cascades played Thompson Rivers University WolfPack in a Canada West women's soccer match held in Kamloops, British Columbia.

  23. Waking The Red·

    AFC Toronto advance to WCanChamp SFs, settle for NSL regular season draw vs. Vancouver Rise

    AFC Toronto defeated Vancouver Rise 2-1 in extra time to advance to the W Canadian Championship semifinals, while the teams drew in their concurrent Northern Super League regular season match.

    Also covered by Northern Tribune

  24. CBC Soccer·

    Veteran defender Gilles to miss Canada friendlies against Denmark with injury

    Canadian women's national team defender Vanessa Gilles will be unavailable for upcoming friendly matches against Denmark due to a muscle injury sustained at her club.

    Also covered by Sportsnet Soccer

  25. Canada Soccer·

    Melissa Tancredi to be honoured with Hall of Fame Induction at halftime of CANWNT match in Toronto

    Melissa Tancredi will be inducted into Canada Soccer's Hall of Fame during halftime of a Canadian women's national team match in Toronto.

  26. TrueNorthFoot·

    NSL week in review: Three playoff spots clinched - who will be the fourth?

    Three NSL teams secured playoff spots during the 23rd week of matches, with the fourth playoff position still undecided.

  27. CBC Soccer·

    Roses lose Karpenko to injury, but goaltending shines in 0-0 draw in Halifax

    Anna Karpenko suffered a knee injury in Montreal Roses' 0-0 draw with Halifax Tides, but goalkeepers Anika Toth and Gabrielle Lambert kept a clean sheet.

    Also covered by Sportsnet Soccer

  28. Globe and Mail Soccer·

    Canadian women’s soccer coach cites a carefully chosen roster for pair of friendlies against Denmark

    Canada's women's soccer team has selected its roster for friendly matches against Denmark, with games scheduled in Montreal on October 9 and Toronto on October 12.

  29. Waking The Red·

    AFC Torontos rising star Kaylee Hunter has bright future with Canada: Casey Stoney

    Kaylee Hunter of AFC Toronto earned a senior national team call-up following a strong performance at the U20 Women's World Cup. The call-up is part of Casey Stoney's squad for October friendlies against Denmark in Montreal and Toronto.

  30. Canada Soccer·

    CANWNT roster announced for home matches against Denmark

    Canada Soccer announced the roster for the Canadian women's national team for upcoming home matches against Denmark.

  31. Sportsnet Soccer·

    Olivia Smith headlines Canadian womens soccer team roster for home friendlies

    The Canadian women's national soccer team announced its roster for upcoming home friendly matches, with Olivia Smith as a featured player on the squad.

  32. League1 Ontario·

    Canada’s U-20 Women’s World Cup run highlights bright future for Canadian soccer

    Canada's U-20 women's team competed at the World Cup in Poland, showcasing young talent and the domestic development system supporting them.

  33. AFTN·

    Vancouver Rise denied victory by late Montreal equalizer but stay in playoff places

    Vancouver Rise conceded a late equalizer to Montreal in an NSL match, drawing 2-2 after taking a late lead with goals from Jessica De Filippo and Tori Tumeth.

  34. CBC Soccer·

    Playoff-bound Montreal Roses, Vancouver Rise play to draw after exchanging goals in stoppage time

    Vancouver Rise and Montreal Roses drew 2-2 after both teams scored in stoppage time. Montreal secured the first playoff berth in the NSL with the result.

    Also covered by TrueNorthFoot

  35. CBC Soccer·

    Rise leading scorer Jessica De Filippo earns contract extension through 2027

    Vancouver Rise have extended the contract of leading scorer Jessica De Filippo through 2027.

    Also covered by Sportsnet Soccer

  36. Sportsnet Soccer·

    Canadas Kaylee Hunter scores screamer at Womens U-20 vs. France

    Kaylee Hunter scored a long-range goal for Canada's U-20 women's team against France in a World Cup quarterfinal.

  37. Calgary Herald Soccer·

    UCalgary to host 2027 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship

    The University of Calgary will host the 2027 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship from November 11-14 at McMahon Stadium.

  38. Daily Hive Offside·

    Vancouver Rise FC push for playoffs with thrilling theme matches

    Vancouver Rise FC, defending NSL champions, are pushing for a playoff spot with themed home matches at Swangard Stadium in September and October.

  39. CBC Soccer·

    Vancouver Rise dominate Ottawa Rapid on both sides of the ball

    Vancouver Rise defeated Ottawa Rapid 4-0 with Jessica Wulf posting a clean sheet in an NSL match at Swangard Stadium.

  40. CBC Soccer·

    Canada West Women's Soccer: MacEwan vs Calgary

    MacEwan University and University of Calgary face off in a Canada West women's soccer match at McMahon Stadium.

  41. Canada Soccer·

    CANW20 Advances to FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Round of 16

    Canada's U-20 women's national team has qualified for the Round of 16 at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup.

  42. Waking The Red·

    AFC Toronto mount late comeback, draw 2-2 vs. NSL leaders Montreal Roses

    AFC Toronto scored two goals in the final eight minutes to draw 2-2 against NSL leaders Montréal Roses on Thursday night.

  43. CBC Soccer·

    AFC Toronto rallies late to earn draw against Montreal Roses, moves into tie for 2nd place

    AFC Toronto came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Montreal Roses, with Lauren Rowe scoring in the 82nd minute and Nikayla Small equalizing in the 88th. Toronto moved into a tie for second place in the NSL standings, five points behind the league-leading Roses.

  44. CBC Soccer·

    New stadium announced for Winnipeg's expansion professional women's soccer team

    Winnipeg's new Northern Super League women's soccer team has been assigned a stadium, with the announcement made by government officials and league representatives.

  45. Waking The Red·

    CanWNT goalkeeper Sabrina DAngelo preserves 0-0 stalemate for AFC Toronto vs. Calgary Wild

    AFC Toronto and Calgary Wild played to a 0-0 draw in an NSL crossover match at BMO Field, with CanWNT goalkeeper Sabrina D'Angelo making key saves for Toronto.

  46. CBC Soccer·

    AFC Toronto, Calgary Wild FC play to scoreless draw at BMO Field

    AFC Toronto and Calgary Wild FC drew 0-0 in an NSL match at BMO Field, with AFC Toronto goalkeeper Sabrina D'Angelo making four saves and Calgary Wild's Sarah Keilty-Dilling stopping five shots.

  47. CBC Soccer·

    Montreal native Paquin's late goal proves to be the winner for Roses

    Noémi Paquin scored the go-ahead goal in the 88th minute as the Montreal Roses defeated Ottawa Rapid 3-2 to maintain their NSL lead.

    Also covered by Globe and Mail Soccer

  48. CBC Soccer·

    Canada West Women's Soccer: UBC vs Trinity Western University

    The University of British Columbia Thunderbirds played Trinity Western University in a Canada West women's soccer match.

  49. CBC Soccer·

    Q&A: Why this soccer coach wants a women’s pro soccer team in Edmonton

    A soccer coach in Edmonton is advocating for a National Super League franchise in the city to create a professional pathway for elite youth players.

  50. Northern Tribune·

    AFC Toronto Parts Ways With Defender Jordan Brewster

    American defender Jordan Brewster has mutually terminated her contract with AFC Toronto partway through the season.