Vancouver Rise FC vs. Calgary Wild FC at BC Place

History Made Under the Sky: Vancouver Rise FC Clinch Inaugural NSL Win in Front of 14,000+ Fans

On April 16, 2025, Canadian sports history was made. Under the bright lights of BC Place, in front of 14,018 fans, Vancouver Rise FC edged Calgary Wild FC 1-0 in a hard-fought, emotional battle that will be remembered as the opening chapter in a brand-new era of Canadian sports. More than just a match, it marked a watershed moment in Canadian soccer - the debut of a new, homegrown professional league for women, built on pride,... Full Story