AFC Toronto emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over Vancouver Rise at York Lions Stadium on Sunday, thanks to Kaylee Hunter’s goal in the 100th minute. Lena Silano opened the scoring for Toronto in the 19th minute, with Latifah Abdu equalizing for Vancouver just eight minutes later. Hunter secured the win by heading in a corner kick delivered by Shelina Zadorsky.
The match was part of the Northern Super League regular season and also served as a W Canadian Championship quarterfinal. AFC Toronto has secured a playoff spot in the NSL, while Vancouver Rise is in pursuit of the fourth and final playoff berth currently held by Halifax Tides.