Winnipeg Gets First Pro Women's Soccer Team | Winnipeg News

Winnipeg is set to roar onto the women’s soccer scene with its first-ever professional team, officially joining the Northern Super League as its seventh franchise. Co-founded by Olympic gold medalist Desiree Scott and local soccer icon Rob Gale, the team taps into the city’s deep soccer passion — proven by sold-out events and a petition signed by over 3,000 fans. With a $30 million league investment and a local minority stake, the franchise is poised to launch in spring 2027, bringing a vital pipeline for young female athletes and putting the prairies on the global map. Stadium upgrades and season ticket deposits are already underway — the future of women’s soccer in Winnipeg is here. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3bc33ef3c752e29f