Match Details
| Attribute | Info |
| Fixture | Vancouver FC vs. Atlético Ottawa |
| Competition | 2025 TELUS Canadian Championship – Semifinal (Leg 1 of 2) |
| Date | Wednesday, August 14, 2025 |
| Kickoff Time | 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT |
| Venue | Willoughby Stadium, Langley, BC |
| Broadcast | OneSoccer |
| Live Stream | Watch on OneSoccer |
Team Form & Tournament Path
Vancouver FC
Recent Form: W–L–L–D–W
Quarterfinal Result: Advanced past Cavalry FC on penalties
Key Players:
James Cameron – defensive anchor
Mikaël Cantave – pace and creativity on the wing
Callum Irving – veteran goalkeeper with clutch saves
Atlético Ottawa
Recent Form: D–W–W–D–W
Quarterfinal Result: Defeated York United 2–0
Key Players:
Ollie Bassett – midfield engine and set-piece specialist
Sam Salter – clinical finisher
Noah Verhoeven – versatile playmaker
Tactical Breakdown
Vancouver FC
Strengths: Defensive structure, counter-attacking speed, home-field advantage
X-Factor: Cantave’s ability to stretch Ottawa’s back line
Formation: 4-2-3-1 with emphasis on wide play and transition
Atlético Ottawa
Strengths: Midfield control, tactical discipline, playoff experience
X-Factor: Bassett’s distribution and Salter’s movement in the box
Formation: 4-3-3 with fluid midfield rotations
Historical Context
First-Ever Canadian Championship Semifinal Appearance for both clubs
First All-CPL Semifinal in tournament history
Vancouver FC reached this stage by winning back-to-back penalty shootouts
Ottawa advanced with clean sheets against Scrosoppi FC and York United
