Overview
- York United secured a decisive 5-0 victory over Quebec's semi-pro FC Laval in the Telus Canadian Championship preliminary round at York Lions Stadium.
- Goals came from Julian Altobelli, Max Ferrari, Adonijah Reid, Bryan Rosa, and Massimo Ferrin, showcasing York's attacking depth.
- FC Laval, Ligue1 Quebec champions, made their second-ever Voyageurs Cup appearance but struggled against York's dominance, particularly after conceding twice just before halftime.
- York United outshot Laval 11-3 and controlled 59% of possession, highlighting their superior performance throughout the match.
- York will now face Canadian Premier League leaders Atletico Ottawa in the quarterfinals of the national tournament.