In Northern Super League action on Sunday, the Montreal Roses secured a 2-0 victory against AFC Toronto with a winning penalty goal by Marie-Yasmine Alidou in the 55th minute. Elyse Bennett contributed an insurance goal, marking her ninth of the season, for the Roses (9-4-3), who were under the guidance of interim head coach Maryse Bard-Martel for the first time.
Despite Shelina Zadorsky’s efforts to equalize for Toronto (7-5-4) with a goal in the 68th minute, it was disallowed due to an offside call. Montreal Roses’ goalkeeper Anna Karpenko displayed a strong performance, facing 20 shots, including nine on target, and securing a clean sheet.
On the other end, Toronto keeper Sabrina D’Angelo faced seven shots, with five on target. The Roses played their first match following the dismissal of head coach Robert Rositoiu, who was let go after a surprising 1-0 defeat to Simcoe County in the W Canadian Championship.
This victory marks an important step for the Roses as they continue their journey in the league, showcasing their resilience and determination on the field.
