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Winnipeg’s getting a women’s pro soccer team next year — the seventh franchise in the new Northern Super League — a bold move after the city’s men’s team folded just a year ago. Co-founded by Canadian legend Desiree Scott and ex-Valour FC coach Rob Gale, the club aims for local ownership and upgraded facilities at the Ralph Cantafio Complex. While the league is still young, rising interest in women’s sports and more accessible ticket pricing could help. But challenges remain: Winnipeg’s smaller market and the league’s newness may make it harder to attract top talent than joining the established NWSL. Still, with local heroes leading and young players inspired, there’s real momentum for a lasting legacy.

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