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The Tides should be mindful of the Roses' potential high confidence.

Three-thirds of the Montreal Roses squad were under scrutiny this week, with their strong start to the season causing a sense of cautious optimism among the team during their preparation.

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Focusing on the figures 3 out of 28, these significant digits have been essential in the Montreal...
Focusing on the figures 3 out of 28, these significant digits have been essential in the Montreal Roses' team preparation this week, aiding the players to maintain a humble demeanor following an impressive season inception.

The Tides should be mindful of the Roses' potential high confidence.

Montreal's Roses Ready for Challenge Ahead

It's been a blazing start for the Montreal Roses in the Northern Super League (NSL) with 3 wins under their belt. But with 25 regular-season matches yet to play, the team's captain, Megan Sauvé, doesn't want them getting cocky. "We're at three out of 28, so we're really just getting started," Sauvé warns. "If we lose the rest, we'll forget the three wins we had."

But the Roses have every reason to be confident entering their match against the Halifax Tides this weekend. They've beat AFC Toronto, Vancouver Rise, and Ottawa Rapid in spectacular fashion, finding a new way to win each time. On the other hand, the Tides have struggled, with a 0-2-0 record and a goal differential of -4. However, they've shown significant improvement since their 4-1 loss to Calgary Wild, coming close to beating Vancouver Rise in their last game.

"It's going to be a tight match," Sauvé predicts. "They'll be very organized. We'll need to break through their tight defensive game and make the most of our offensive firepower."

Head coach Robert Rositoiu shares Sauvé's caution, calling the match "a difficult one," but he's not too concerned. "We anticipate a well-organized team that's capable of counter-attacking," he says. "We just need to anticipate well when we attack and find the spaces when we build the game. If we can do that, we can really hurt anyone."

Rositoiu has already made one change to his starting lineup in the first three matches, with Gabrielle Lambert replacing Anne Karpenko in goal for the second match. But with three matches in eight days coming up, Rositoiu says lineup changes are on the horizon. "We haven't made the final decisions yet, but we'll need everyone in the second half of May," he admits. "We don't want to wait until we need them to give the first minutes. Some players are a bit more ready, but it's important that we keep up a good pace."

As the Roses continue their journey towards the NSL championship, they're embracing their pursuit of excellence while accepting imperfections. "Sometimes we'll make mistakes, but that's encouraged," says Rositoiu. "It means we're taking initiatives and that's one of our key strengths, especially when we have the ball. But we must continue to improve in the small details."

What's Coming for the Montreal Roses FC

The Roses take on the Halifax Tides this week on May 10, 2025, at Stade Boréale. Their next match against Calgary FC is scheduled at Stade Boréale, though the exact date is not specified. In June, the Roses face Vancouver and Ottawa. The team also has a rematch with Halifax in July. Keep an eye on Montreal Roses FC's social media and news releases for any roster changes during the 2025 NSL season.

Enrichment Data:- Upcoming Matches: As of the 2025 season, the Montreal Roses FC has matches scheduled against Halifax Tides on May 10, 2025, and (a future date TBA) against Calgary FC at Stade Boréale. In June, they play against Vancouver and Ottawa. A rematch with Halifax is scheduled in July.- NSL Season Structure: The inaugural NSL season includes six clubs, with each club playing 25 regular-season games. The top four teams qualify for the two-leg semifinals, culminating in a championship match on November 15, 2025.- Broadcasting: Matches will be broadcast across Canada via TSN, CBC, and their streaming platforms.- Roster Changes: No specific roster changes for Montreal Roses FC during the 2025 NSL season have been mentioned in the enrichment data. Fans should monitor official team announcements or sports news outlets for updates.

  1. The Montreal Roses FC will face the Halifax Tides this week on May 10, 2025, at Stade Boréale.
  2. A future match against Calgary FC is scheduled at Stade Boréale, though the exact date is not specified.
  3. In June, the Roses will play against Vancouver and Ottawa, with a rematch against Halifax scheduled in July.
  4. Head coach Robert Rositoiu hints at potential roster changes in the second half of May, stating, "We don't want to wait until we need them to give the first minutes."
  5. Despite the challenges ahead, the Roses continue to pursue excellence while accepting imperfections, with Rositoiu emphasizing, "We must continue to improve in the small details."

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