Atlético Ottawa Claims Inaugural Canadian Premier League Championship with Dramatic Bicycle Kick Goal in Snowstorm
Ottawa – Atlético Ottawa secured its first Canadian Premier league (CPL) title in a thrilling 2-1 extra-time victory over Forge FC in a final dramatically impacted by heavy snowfall. The decisive moment came courtesy of American forward David Rodriguez, who scored with an acrobatic bicycle kick, leveling the match adn igniting a renewed push for the championship.
The CPL final, played in challenging conditions with snow reaching ankle-deep, will be remembered across Canada as a testament to resilience and skill. According to competition organizers, the match demanded “support for the passes, play with capricious rebounds, ensure support, manage defensive interventions, find ways to hit the ball in the best possible way in this pile of snow.” Rodriguez’s game-tying goal, and eventual game-winner, capped a remarkable performance and ended a three-year wait for a trophy for Atlético Ottawa.
the match saw a steadfast effort from both sides, with the Ottawa goalkeeper even assisting pitch staff by shoveling snow during play to maintain visibility. Atlético Ottawa’s coach visibly celebrated the equalizing goal, signaling a shift in momentum that ultimately led to their historic win.
