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No. 1 seed AFC Toronto takes on No. 3 Vancouver Rise FC in first-ever NSL Final

The first-ever Northern Super League (NSL) champion will be crowned when No. 1 seed AFC Toronto and No. 3 Vancouver Rise FC meet tomorrow at 2 p.m. ET. Ahead of kickoff, here’s what you need to know about the NSL’s historic inaugural season and, of course, the winner-take-all match.

November 14, 2025

The 112th Grey Cup preview

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The 112th Grey Cup kicks off Sunday at 6 p.m. ET, featuring the West Division champ Saskatchewan Roughriders vs. the East Division–winning Montreal Alouettes. And if the title tilt is anything like the first four postseason games, we’re in for an absolute treat. Let’s dig in.

November 14, 2025

Four previous champions advance to NWSL semis

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ICYMI: The four teams competing in this weekend’s NWSL Playoffs semis are the four previous league champs dating back to 2021. With postseason experience everywhere you look and the No. 1 seed already stunningly eliminated, the only thing to expect is the unexpected.

November 14, 2025

Chaos reigns supreme after NFL Week 10 action

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We’re more than halfway through the NFL season, and after ten weeks of exhilarating plot twists, this year’s standings remain as tight and confusing as ever. Is any team good? Let’s get into it (and more) below.

November 10, 2025

A drama-filled first round of the NWSL Playoffs

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The NWSL served up peak playoff anarchy this weekend, with a whole lot of extra time, a record-breaking expansion announcement, and enough adrenaline to last until next weekend’s semifinals. See how your playoff bracket’s holding up, then relive the thrilling quarter-final action with us.

November 10, 2025

Breaking down the 2025 NWSL Playoffs

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We’re back in your inbox because the NWSL playoffs begin tonight, with the reigning champ and No. 4 seed Orlando Pride hosting No. 5 Seattle Reign in the first of four quarter-final (QF) games. To celebrate, we have a full playoff preview, including the storylines you need to know before the first whistle, a match-by-match QF breakdown, and of course, where to catch all the action.

November 07, 2025

Seattle Storm star Nneka Ogwumike becomes first player to sign with Saudi-backed Project B

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Project B, a new women’s basketball league set to launch in November 2026, announced its first player signing on Wednesday: WNBPA president and 10-time WNBA All-Star Nneka Ogwumike. There’s a lot to unpack, so lace ’em up and let’s hoop to it.

November 07, 2025

Team Canada takes on Team USA in sixth edition of the Rivalry Series

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Team Canada takes on Team USA in sixth edition of the Rivalry Series

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November 05, 2025

Buckle up, because the Team Canada vs. Team USA Rivalry Series is so back, with the sixth edition of the annual exhibition matchup beginning tomorrow at 7 p.m. ET — it’s a thrilling dose of women’s hockey before the PWHL season starts on November 21st. What’s more, the series marks the final time the two powerhouses will meet before the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics, adding extra spice to this already-heated showdown.

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The GIST of It Podcast

Ep #508

Talkin’ NSL with Canadian soccer royalty, Diana Matheson

November 13, 2025

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Talkin’ NSL with Canadian soccer royalty, Diana Matheson

An early holiday present, no wrapping required.

Struggling to find a gift for the women’s soccer fan in your life? Send ’em this podcast because today’s episode of The GIST of It features Canadian soccer royalty. Diana Matheson is a CanWNT team legend, a two-time Olympic medalist, and founder and Chief Growth Officer of the Northern Super League (NSL). Tune in to listen to Matheson and co-host Ellen Hyslop yap about everything from the business of starting Canada’s first domestic pro women’s soccer league to a very special napkin. You won’t want to miss it.

A big thank you to BMO for sponsoring today’s pod! BMO has been committed to growing the beautiful game in North America for two decades. Today, BMO supports the NWSL’s Angel City FC and is the official bank of the Northern Super League. Learn more by visiting our Soccer Help Desk today.