Montreal Roses aim to retake NSL’s top spot in record-breaking game
The Montreal Roses are set to take on the Halifax Tides at Stade Saputo on Saturday in a record-breaking game. The match will draw an expected crowd of over 15,500 fans, shattering the NSL’s current attendance record of 14,518 set in April 2025 by AFC Toronto. The Roses, currently 9-4-4, represent an elite club by joining this elite group.
Stade Saputo, home to CF Montreal, holds special significance for the Roses, as it was their primary breeding ground for young athletes and a historic pitch they grew up watching. With the largest playing surface in North America at 110 meters by 70 meters, the Roses will be playing on a unique pitch, potentially favoring their possession-based style of play.
The Roses, who faced a mid-season dip and lost their top seed, have regained form and are within two points of first place. Interim head coach Maryse Bard-Martel emphasized the team’s aim for excellence and unity, despite the challenges they face.
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