Atlético Ottawa managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Vancouver FC in their home opener at TD Place after a thrilling seven minutes of stoppage time. Emiliano García netted his first goal in the Canadian Premier League in the 97th minute, salvaging a point for Atlético. The match remained scoreless in the first half, with Ottawa missing a penalty kick opportunity to take the lead. Vancouver then capitalized on a counterattack, with Mohamed Amissi putting them temporarily ahead.
With this result, Atlético Ottawa now holds a record of 1 win, 1 draw, and 2 losses after playing three away games at the start of the season. Vancouver, on the other hand, earned their first point of the season following three consecutive losses.
The match highlights featured the crucial extra-time goal by Atlético Ottawa’s Emiliano García, leveling the score against Vancouver FC. Mohamed Amissi of Vancouver FC had initially opened the scoring, but Atlético’s late equalizer ensured a 1-1 draw in CPL action on Sunday.