Vancouver Rise FC stays unbeaten with a 6–0 home win over Calgary Wild FC in Burnaby, keeping pressure on league leaders AFC Toronto
Statement Win at Home
Vancouver Rise FC extended its unbeaten run on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, with a commanding 6–0 victory over Calgary Wild FC at Swangard Stadium in Burnaby. The win solidified Rise FC’s hold on second place in the Northern Super League standings with 32 points, trailing only AFC Toronto at 38.
Goals That Defined the Match
The Rise dominated possession with 62 per cent and fired 24 shots, eight on target, compared to Calgary’s 11 attempts. Latifah Abdu, making her debut after transferring from Montréal Roses FC, scored twice — in the 15th and 53rd minutes — marking a dream start with her new club. The team’s relentless attack overwhelmed Calgary’s defence, showcasing their growing offensive chemistry.
A Coach’s Perspective
Head coach Anja Heiner-Møller praised her squad’s ability to balance clinical finishing with tactical adjustments. “We grew throughout the game,” she said. “We focused on winning each half and improving in moments where we needed to be sharper. Scoring lots of goals is always great, but I was most proud of how we kept pushing to get better.”
New Addition to the Squad
The victory followed Friday’s announcement of a key signing. Jaime Perrault, a 19-year-old midfielder from Pitt Meadows, B.C., joined Rise FC from Danish club FC Nordsjælland. Perrault previously developed through the Whitecaps FC Girls Elite Academy, and her addition strengthens the team’s local ties as well as its depth.
What’s at Stake in the League
Rise FC competes in the Northern Super League, Canada’s first professional women’s soccer league, which features six clubs: Vancouver, Calgary, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, and Toronto. With the top four advancing to the semifinals, every win carries playoff implications. Saturday’s dominant performance keeps Rise FC firmly in contention for a championship run.
Looking Ahead
Next up, Vancouver Rise faces league leaders AFC Toronto on Sept. 13 at York Lions Stadium. The match could prove pivotal in the race for first place, as both teams aim to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season. Kickoff is set for 11 a.m. ET.
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