Brief
Montreal Roses and Ottawa Rapid finish NSL match in goalless draw
The league‑leading Roses held 51% possession while Ottawa managed nine shots in a tight contest.
By Felo News Desk · Published · Updated
The Canadian Press reported that Montreal Roses FC and Ottawa Rapid FC played to a 0-0 draw on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, in Northern Super League action. Montreal, sitting atop the league at 11‑4‑8, edged the possession battle with 51% but Ottawa dominated the shot count, registering 18 total attempts, five on target, compared with the Rapid’s nine shots, two on goal. It was Montreal’s fourth consecutive draw; their last win came 3‑2 over Ottawa on Sept. 6. Ottawa’s recent form includes a second draw in two months and a stretch of six losses and two wins in the same period.
Key facts
- Montreal Roses FC and Ottawa Rapid FC drew 0-0 on Oct. 2, 2026. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- Montreal held 51% possession; Ottawa had 18 shots, five on target. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- The result marked Montreal's fourth straight draw. (winnipegfreepress.com)
Sources
- [1] winnipegfreepress.com — originally reported as “Montreal Roses FC, Ottawa Rapid FC play to 0-0 draw in NSL”
