Why the Northern Super League can change football in Canada for good
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Why the Northern Super League can change football in Canada for good
"O Canada reverberated around Vancouver's BC Place last Wednesday, the emotion was clear on the faces of those on the pitch and in the crowd."
"The Northern Super League has been a long time coming and the excitement in the buildup to the opener was palpable."
"For a nation that has enjoyed success on the international stage and has the third-largest player pool in the world, the absence of a professional domestic game has been stark."
"The fact that it took a former player to push it through rather than Canada Soccer taking the lead tells a story in and of itself."
The Northern Super League (NSL) premiered in Vancouver, signaling a historic moment for professional women's football in Canada. With an emotional atmosphere, the inaugural match featured Quinn scoring the first penalty, drawing cheers from 14,000 fans. Canadian players previously lacked a domestic platform, prompting many to seek opportunities abroad. Former national player Diana Matheson championed the NSL's creation post-retirement, highlighting her dedication to establishing a professional path for local athletes. Veteran Christine Sinclair, now co-owner of Vancouver Rise, shared her sentiments, emphasizing the significance of this new chapter in Canadian sports history.
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