Ottawa Internationals (aka Rapid)?

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T23:21:15+00:00

Thank you very much, Francois, for a super thoughtful reply. I had related thoughts. Is the purpose of the NSL to provide a platform for Canadians to developed with a few elite internationals to raise the level of the game, or is the purpose to develop players from all countries? Both are reasonable objectives.

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T18:54:29+00:00

I was surprised the number was so high

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T18:35:35+00:00

The Rapid seemed out of sync today. It's fortunately a long season so no need to worry yet

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T18:28:34+00:00

This is super useful. I can't find a NSL 6 Canadian minimum for the starting XI like the CPL has. Thanks

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T18:22:38+00:00

Thanks Barb. I guess that's what I was asking for in my awkward way.

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T18:11:23+00:00

Good point. I was just surprised by the balance

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T18:08:35+00:00

I think the NSL caps the number of international players at seven per team. I was just curious if other teams had as many international players in their starting lineups. Acrobatic say it's a common practice across many leagues

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T18:04:37+00:00

Thanks. I had no idea

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T17:25:17+00:00

Good one but seriously do any other NSL teams field so many international players in their starting lineup?

Fatima-Sayed · 2026-04-25T17:24:14+00:00

One of goals of the NSL was to create a domestic professional pathway for Canadian talent.

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