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Winnipeg will become the seventh franchise of the Northern Super League, a professional women's soccer competition that launched in 2025 with clubs in Calgary, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver. Former Canada international Desiree Scott is among the co‑founders of the Winnipeg team.
Winnipeg will enter the Northern Super League in 2027, joining six existing clubs as the league’s newest franchise. The team’s identity and home ground will be revealed later, while former Canada international Desiree Scott helps shape the venture.
The league’s seventh team will call Winnipeg home, with Scott appointed Vice President of Community & Player Experience and Gale named Chief Sporting Officer.
The Northern Super League's first year has combined unprecedented fan interest with strategic investment, creating a sustainable platform that retains Canadian talent and fuels the growth of the sport nationwide.
The Current’s 23‑match unbeaten run continued with a 1‑0 win over Boston Legacy FC, highlighted by milestone performances from Elizabeth Ball, Gabrielle Robinson and others.