Defender Shelina Zadorsky and goalkeeper Sabrina D’Angelo help Toronto to a clean sheet in their NSL debuts, Lauren Rowe and Kaylee Hunter score key goals in win for Toronto

Laval, QC (July 24, 2026) – Shelina Zadorsky and Sabrina D’Angelo made their AFC Toronto debuts on Thursday night, helping the club to a 2-0 win over Montreal Roses FC at Stade Boréale. Picking up three points, Toronto (5-3-4) improves to third in the Northern Super League table with 18 points.

July 28 match to feature JFiyre, Tribal Rhythm Nation, anthem singer Divine Lightbody, and match ball delivery by Shannon Boodram Brady and Lauren Morrison

TORONTO, ON (July 20, 2026) – AFC Toronto will bring the rhythm, colour, and energy of Carnival to matchday when it hosts Calgary Wild FC on Tuesday, July 28 at York Lions Stadium for the club’s Caribbean Carnival Festival NightThe celebration is a tribute to the Caribbean community’s deep and lasting contributions to the culture, diversity, and identity of Toronto, a community that has helped shape the city into the vibrant, multicultural home it is today. As Carnival itself has long been a celebration of freedom, expression, and togetherness, AFC Toronto’s Caribbean Carnival Festival Night will bring that same spirit to the pitch.

On Nelson Mandela Day, AFC Toronto honoured four community leaders whose work reflects the values the day celebrates – leadership, legacy, service, and the belief that sport has the power to change the world.

On Saturday, July 18, AFC Toronto celebrated Nelson Mandela Day at York Lions Stadium – a day dedicated to honouring leadership, legacy, and the role sport can play in driving meaningful change. As Nelson Mandela himself believed, sport “has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does.”

Toronto battled to the end despite challenging conditions and an early deficit

Toronto, ON (July 18, 2026) – AFC Toronto fell 3-0 to Vancouver Rise FC on Saturday afternoon at York Lions Stadium. Following the loss, Toronto (4-3-4) drops to fourth in the Northern Super League table with 15 points.

Toronto, ON (July 17, 2026) – AFC Toronto announced today that the club and Sofia Manner have mutually agreed to terminate her contract, allowing her to pursue a professional opportunity in Europe.Manner joined AFC Toronto ahead of the club's inaugural season and made 17 appearances starting each match. "I want to thank Sofia for the 18 months she has spent with AFC Toronto and for everything she has contributed to the club during that time," said Billy Wilson, AFC Toronto Technical Director. "We wish her nothing but the very best as she embarks on the next chapter of her career."Everyone at AFC Toronto thanks Sofia for her commitment to the club and wishes her continued success.

TORONTO, ON (July 17, 2026) — AFC Toronto has made another statement of intent, signing American forward Lena Silano as the club prepares for the second half of the 2026 Northern Super League season.

Silano joins AFC Toronto after most recently competing with Spokane Zephyr FC in the USL Super League. Prior to that, she played in Spain's Liga F with UD Tenerife following two seasons in the National Women's Soccer League after being selected 34th overall by the Washington Spirit in the 2023 NWSL Draft.

The AFC Toronto captain is using her platform to create more opportunities for young athletes while ensuring the next generation sees itself represented in the game.TORONTO, ON (July 16, 2026) — Nikayla Small has always been the type to stay after. After practice. After the final whistle. After the last autograph is signed.For the AFC Toronto captain, some of the most meaningful moments happen away from the spotlight – spending time with young fans, connecting with families, and finding ways to give back to the communities that support the game. It's a mindset that has followed her throughout her career, from coaching youth teams while in college to signing every jersey she can after matches.Now, Small is taking that commitment one step further through a foundation, The Small Foundation, dedicated to creating opportunities for young athletes through free clinics, equipment support and mentorship opportunities, ensuring the next generation feels seen, supported and inspired to chase their own goals.THE SMALL FOUNDATIONThe mission is simple and personal: remove barriers that prevent young people from participating in sport. Access sits at the core of everything the foundation does. In Canada, winter can make training inaccessible without expensive indoor facilities, while the cost of equipment and programming can put sport out of reach for many young athletes. Small wants to create spaces where young people can simply show up — with access to coaching, equipment and opportunities to play — without having to worry about the financial barriers that often stand in the way. That commitment is rooted in her own experience growing up. As a young Black athlete, Small rarely saw players who looked like her competing at the highest levels of the women's game. While the foundation’s primary focus is on improving access to sport for all young athletes, representation remains a separate and equally important part of her motivation. “I just want to give all these young girls and boys someone to look up to who looks like them, so they can believe they can be in this position too.”There was no single defining moment behind it all. Small has always been the type to help. Whether staying after training to work with younger players, coaching youth teams while in college, or connecting with supporters after matches, giving back has long been part of who she is. As she saw more young people embrace the sport and experienced the support surrounding the women's game, she felt compelled to create opportunities for the next generation.SPORT AND COMMUNITY LEADERSHIPSmall credits the team environment for shaping who she is as a leader and a community builder.“Being in a team environment week in and week out, you learn how to work with so many different people. Communication is so important – you learn quickly what your communication style is by being in this environment.”That same respect she carries on the pitch extends everywhere else – to her teammates, to her coaches, and especially to fans. Walking off the field without acknowledging the people who came to watch is not something she does, because she knows she represents something far bigger than herself.COMMUNITY AS BELONGINGAsk Small what community means to her and she does not hesitate.“Community means a sense of belonging. You can build a community anywhere, as long as you’re feeling welcomed, feeling represented, and feeling like you belong there.”The foundation has already started to create that feeling. When parents and kids approach her after events to share what it has meant to them, that is what tells her it is working, and that there is always more to give, no matter what else is going on in her life.LOOKING AHEADSmall is thinking big. The foundation is in its early days in Toronto, but she has no intention of keeping it there – her hope is to one day take it international. And for anyone who wants to make a difference but doesn’t know where to start, her advice is as direct as she is on the pitch:“Just ask. If you see somebody doing something you want to do, reach out to them. There are so many ways to connect with people now. Just ask.”Match Details:Honouring leadership, legacy, and the role sport can play in driving meaningful change.AFC Toronto vs. Vancouver Rise FCJuly 18, 2026 | 4:00 PM ETYork Lions StadiumJoin the action and secure your tickets hereAbout AFC TorontoAFC Toronto is a founding club in the Northern Super League, Canada’s professional women’s soccer league. Following a first-place finish and Supporters’ Shield-winning inaugural campaign in 2025, the club continues to build momentum in its second season — driven by a commitment to high performance, meaningful community connection, and the long-term growth of the women’s game in Canada.Rooted in Toronto and guided by its ethos — Run It Our Way — AFC Toronto exists not only to compete at the highest level, but to create a platform where girls and women can lead, grow, and thrive both on and off the pitch.Media ContactChristina MillerDirector, Public Relations, Media & CommunicationsAFC Torontocmiller@afctoronto.ca

Toronto, ON (July 15, 2026) – AFC Toronto has announced the first members of its Academy coaching staff, welcoming Joey Lombardi, Melanie Jimenez and Melissa Bigg ahead of the launch of the Club's inaugural Academy this August.

Joining Academy Director Marc Maunder, Lombardi has been appointed Head Coach, while Jimenez and Bigg will serve as Assistant Coaches. Together, they bring extensive experience in high-performance player development, coaching education and the Canadian football landscape. All three coaches hold a Canada Soccer A Licence.

Partnership unites two brands around a shared mission to inspire confidence through sport and storytelling.

TORONTO, ON (July 13, 2026) – AFC Toronto and Canada MedLaser are teaming up to launch Confidence Kicks Different, a new storytelling campaign designed to inspire women to move, lead and perform at their best by celebrating the unique journeys that shape confidence, on and off the pitch.

Lauren Rowe scored her fifth goal in six matches, Croix Soto earned her first start of the season, as Toronto suffered its first loss in six matches

Toronto, ON (July 11, 2026) – AFC Toronto’s unbeaten streak came to an end on Saturday afternoon, as the club fell 2-1 to Ottawa Rapid FC at York Lions Stadium. Toronto (4-3-3) remains in third place in the Northern Super League table with 15 points.

TORONTO, ON (July 8, 2026) — AFC Toronto has signed Canadian international defender Shelina Zadorsky, adding one of Canada's most experienced defenders and respected leaders to further strengthen its back line ahead of the second half of the 2026 Northern Super League season.

An Olympic gold medallist, FIFA Women's World Cup veteran and one of the most experienced defenders in Canadian football history, Zadorsky returns home following a distinguished professional career that has spanned more than a decade across Australia, Sweden, the United States and England. The London, Ontario native joins AFC Toronto after competing in the Women's Super League with West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur, as well as successful spells with Orlando Pride, Washington Spirit, Vittsjö GIK and Perth Glory.

TORONTO, ON (July 7, 2026) — Today, the Northern Super League announced that APEX, a global investment firm focused on sports, media and entertainment, has become a strategic investor in Canada's first professional women's soccer league, marking another important moment in its continued growth.

"We launched AFC Toronto and the Northern Super League to create opportunities for women and girls in sport on and off the pitch – and we are committed to building a sustainable future for professional women's football in Canada. Today’s announcement is an important step in that journey," said Helena Ruken, CEO and Co-Founder, AFC Toronto. "Continued investment in the league reflects the strong belief in the future of women's football and the opportunity ahead. We are excited to keep building our community, create unforgettable experiences for our supporters, and strengthen the league for years to come."For more information on today's announcement, including details of APEX's strategic investment in the Northern Super League, see full details here. About AFC Toronto AFC Toronto is a founding club in the Northern Super League, Canada's professional women's soccer league. Following a first-place finish and Supporters' Shield-winning inaugural campaign in 2025, the club continues to build momentum in its second season while advancing the growth of women's professional soccer in Canada.

Kaylee Hunter scored her second goal in as many games, Kaila Novak earned her first start and assist of the season to extend AFC Toronto’s unbeaten streak to five matches

Halifax, N.S. (July 5, 2026) – Kaylee Hunter scored her third of the year on Sunday afternoon to help AFC Toronto to a 1-0 win over Halifax Tides FC at Wanderers Ground. Toronto (4-3-2) is now unbeaten in five straight matches and has back-to-back wins for the first time this season. With the victory, the club moves into third place in the Northern Super League table with 15 points.Early in the first half, Kaila Novak played a ball into the box to Kaylee Hunter, who struck it past Halifax’s goalkeeper for her third of the year. Making her first start of the season, Novak earned her first assist of the year on the goal. Toronto goalkeeper Sofia Manner remained characteristically strong in the win, earning her second clean sheet of the season.“It was a difficult game,” said head coach Marko Milanović. “It's something that we expected. Every time we come here it's difficult, and today was no different. We played against a team that's very organised and hardworking, and it's always hard to get a result here. But I told the girls, teams that end up winning titles and winning trophies, they find ways to win these types of games. … we were able to get the result and that's the quality of a top team.”Next weekend, Toronto returns home to host Ottawa Rapid FC at York Lions Stadium on Saturday, July 11 at 4 p.m. ET.KAYLEE HUNTER: Kaylee Hunter scored her third goal of the year and second in two games on Sunday. The 18-year-old striker leads the league in total shots (32) and is tied for the league lead in shots on target (17).KAILA NOVAK: Kaila Novak earned her first start and first assist of the season on Sunday.SOFIA MANNER: The 28-year-old goalkeeper earned her second clean sheet of the season and fourth all-time on Sunday. Manner has started all five matches for AFC Toronto across the club’s current unbeaten streak.GOALS AGAINST: AFC Toronto has the fewest goals against this season, with just eight conceded in nine matches.HEAD-TO-HEAD: AFC Toronto remains unbeaten against Tides FC, with a 5-2-0 record against the club all-time. This year, Toronto has a win and a draw in two matches versus Halifax.UP NEXT: AFC Toronto hosts Ottawa Rapid FC at York Lions Stadium on Saturday, July 11 at 4 p.m. ET (Stream on TSN+ and NSL.ca; U.S. streaming on ESPN+).MATCH SUMMARYAFC Toronto - 1 | Halifax Tides FC - 0Venue: Wanderers GroundReferee: Salma Flores-DesrochersAssistants: Marie-Han Gagnon-Chretien, Allycia CarlucciFourth Official: Scott BowmanReferee Observer: Juan MarquezSCORING SUMMARYAFC Toronto: K. Hunter (12’)MISCONDUCT SUMMARY71’ - Yellow: Nikayla Small (AFC Toronto)85’ - Yellow: Kaylee Hunter (AFC Toronto)90+1’ - Yellow: Linda (AFC Toronto)STARTING LINEUP & STATSAFC Toronto Starting Lineup:GK Sofia Manner (FIN)DF Jordan Brewster (USA)DF Ashley Cathro (USA)DF Sarah Rollins (Toronto, ON)MF Colby Barnett (USA)MF Zoe Burns (USA)MF Kaila Novak (London, ON)MF Nikayla Small (Pickering, ON)MF Sarah Stratigakis (Woodbridge, ON)FW Kaylee Hunter (Calgary, AB)FW Lauren Rowe (Conception Bay South, NL)Substitutes: Danielle Krzyzaniak (GK), Kaela Hansen (DF), Nyota Katembo (MF), Olivia Chisholm (MF), Linda (MF), April Lantaigne (MF), Cloey Uddenberg (MF), Mia Fontana (FW), Esther Okoronkwo (FW)Total Shots: 11Shots on Goal: 3Fouls: 9Offsides: 4Corner Kicks: 6Saves: 1Photo HighlightsMedia can access photo highlights here.Video HighlightsMedia can access video highlights from the match on the Northern Super League YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@NorthernSuperLeagueMatch SummaryA complete summary of the match facts and stats can be viewed at: www.nsl.ca/games/2026-07-05-halifax-torontoMore from the locker room:Marko Milanović, on the club’s success through the three-game road trip: “We've been on the road quite a bit, but we always find ways to do well on the road for reasons that I mentioned many times before. But I think it says something about how much we like to spend time with each other and we get to spend even more time when we're away like this. Now we come home and we can't wait to play in front of our fans. … Obviously we're going to enjoy this win today, but then we're going to start preparing for next week.”Kaila Novak, on earning her first assist in her first start of the season: “It's really nice. I love this team so much, so whatever role I'm given, I'm happy to play it. I'm just glad that on a start, I can contribute to Kaylee's goal. But Kaylee makes it very easy to do so. I'm just happy to be a part of it.”Zoe Burns, on the team returning home next weekend: “I think after being on the road so much, we're really excited to see the fans. We have some really dedicated fans, so to be able to bring them some momentum as we start to really grow into ourselves as the season continues, I'm really excited for our audience to see that.”

July 18 match to feature Amaka, Tribal Rhythm Nation, chalk artist Chalkchick, and AFC Toronto’s Community Change Champion campaign

TORONTO, ON (June 30, 2026) — AFC Toronto will mark Nelson Mandela Day with a matchday celebration honouring leadership, legacy, and the role sport can play in driving meaningful change when it hosts Vancouver Rise FC on Saturday, July 18 at York Lions Stadium.

Lauren Rowe scored her fourth goal in four matches and Kaylee Hunter added her second of the year to keep AFC Toronto unbeaten in four straight matches

Burnaby, B.C. (June 28, 2026) – Lauren Rowe kept her goal streak going on Sunday, scoring her fourth goal in as many games to help AFC Toronto to a 3-1 victory over Vancouver Rise FC at Swangard Stadium. Toronto (3-3-2) is unbeaten in four straight games and moves into fourth in the Northern Super League table with 12 points.

TORONTO, ON (June 26, 2026) — AFC Toronto adds Canadian international goalkeeper Sabrina D'Angelo to its roster, bringing one of Canada's most experienced and accomplished goalkeepers home for the remainder of the 2026 Northern Super League season.

D’Angelo, 33, is a native of Welland, Ontario who returns to Canada after over a decade playing professionally in North America and Europe. She joins AFC Toronto having most recently represented Aston Villa in the Women’s Super League, following two seasons at Arsenal FC where she helped the club capture back-to-back FA Women’s League Cups. Prior to her time in England, D’Angelo spent four seasons with Swedish club Vittsjö GIK and previously won two NWSL Shields and an NWSL Championship with the North Carolina Courage. In 2016, she was named NWSL Championship MVP after making three saves in a penalty shootout to secure the title with the Flash.

Honouring leadership, legacy, and the role sport can play in driving meaningful changeToronto, ON (June 25, 2026) – AFC Toronto is inviting fans, organizations, schools, teammates, friends and families to nominate a Community Change Champion who is making a difference every day ahead of the club's Nelson Mandela Day Match at York Lions Stadium.

Nelson Mandela Day, observed annually on July 18, is a global call to action that encourages individuals to make a positive difference in their communities through service, leadership, and acts of kindness. Established by the United Nations in honour of Nelson Mandela's legacy, the day recognizes the power each person has to create meaningful change.

Matchday celebration to highlight Toronto’s diversity and football’s unique ability to unite cultures, communities and countries through music, performance and stories from some of AFC Toronto's internationally recognized players

TORONTO, ON (June 22, 2026) — AFC Toronto will celebrate the world's game and the diversity that defines Canada’s largest city when it hosts Ottawa Rapid FC for AFC Toronto Global Football Day match presented by Intact on Saturday, July 11 at York Lions Stadium. As one of the most diverse cities in the world, Toronto is shaped by the people, cultures and communities that call it home. AFC Toronto Global Football Day celebrates that identity through the lens of football, a sport played and followed from every corner of the globe and uniquely positioned to bring people together across borders, languages and backgrounds. The matchday experience will feature performances, entertainment and storytelling that reflect both Toronto’s global identity and the shared passion for football that unites communities across the city and AFC Toronto’s fan base. "AFC Toronto’s community reflects the diversity that defines Toronto,” said Helena Ruken, CEO and Co-Founder of AFC Toronto. "Every matchday brings people from different cultures and experiences together, united by a shared passion for the game. AFC Toronto Global Football Day is an opportunity to celebrate our city, welcome new fans, and continue growing women’s soccer in Toronto.” As presenting sponsor of AFC Toronto Global Football Day, Intact is proud to support initiatives that bring communities together through sport. The celebration reflects a shared commitment to creating welcoming environments where people of all backgrounds can connect, participate and belong. AFC Toronto's roster reflects the both Toronto’s diversity and football’s global reach with eight different nationalities spanning four continents currently represented on the club's roster - including Finland, Ghana, Nigeria, the Philippines, Portugal, St. Kitts and Nevis, the Democratic Republic of Congo and the United States. This showcases the diversity that defines both the club and the city it represents. The roster also features seven international players – Linda Owusu Ansah, Esther Okoronkwo, Sofia Manner, Colby Barnett, Jordan Brewster, Mia Fontana and Croix Soto – who bring experience from football cultures around the world. Throughout the season, several AFC Toronto players have also earned national team call-ups, proudly representing their countries on the international stage. “Representing Jamaica is such an incredible honour because it allows me to compete for something bigger than myself,” said AFC Toronto captain, Nikayla Small. “It also gives me the opportunity to carry my family's legacy wherever I go, celebrating my roots and heritage every time I step onto the field!” Cloey Uddenberg shared “representing my country means everything to my family and I. My grandpa used to play on the football team and now myself and my sisters have and continue to play for the national team. Continuing that legacy is incredibly special and means the world to my family.” “Representing Canada is one of the greatest honours in my football career”, said midfielder Olivia Chisholm. “It is a chance to play for something bigger than myself. I am not just representing Canada but I am representing my family, friends and coaches who supported me through it all. To be a part of a game that brings people together globally is something I am so honoured to be able to do.” Fans attending the match will enjoy a variety of matchday programming designed to celebrate football's global reach. Prior to kickoff, Toronto-based DJ Shiloh, aka DJ Shysofly, will provide music throughout the afternoon. An active open-format DJ and vibe curator, Shiloh has performed at events for organizations including the Toronto Raptors.

Lauren Rowe scored her third goal in three matches, Olivia Chisholm earned her first career NSL assist, as AFC Toronto drew 1-1 against Ottawa Rapid FC in their first contest of the year.

Ottawa, ON (June 21, 2026) – Lauren Rowe scored her third goal in as many games on Sunday, as AFC Toronto earned a 1-1 draw against Ottawa Rapid FC at TD Place Stadium. Toronto (2-3-2) is undefeated in three straight games and sits fifth in the Northern Super League table with nine points.

Lauren Rowe scored her second goal in as many games as AFC Toronto earned a draw in its first home match at York Lions Stadium.

Toronto, ON (June 13, 2026) – AFC Toronto earned a 1-1 draw against Montreal Roses FC on Saturday afternoon in the club’s first home game of the season at York Lions Stadium. Toronto (2-2-2) is undefeated in consecutive games and sits fifth in the Northern Super League table with eight points.