Valour FC
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Valour FC was a Canadian professional soccer club in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The club competed in the Canadian Premier League from 2019 to 2025, playing its home matches at Princess Auto Stadium.
The team was community owned through the Winnipeg Football Club.
History
On May 6, 2017, Winnipeg was one of two cities accepted by the Canadian Soccer Association for professional club membership when the Canadian Premier League was unanimously approved. It was confirmed that Canadian Football League clubs the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats were behind the ownership groups. Wade Miller, CEO of the Winnipeg Football Club, was named as the club's president.
In May 2018, it was reported that the club would be called Valour FC. On June 6, 2018, the club was officially unveiled as the fourth team to join the Canadian Premier League. As well as confirming its place in the league for the 2019 launch season, the club also revealed its crest, colours and branding. On June 26, the club named Rob Gale as the first head coach and general manager.
In the overall standings, Valour ranked 7th of 7 teams in 2019, 6th of 8 teams in 2020, and 5th of 8 teams in 2021. On September 23, 2021, while in 5th place, Valour FC sacked head coach Rob Gale and named Phillip Dos Santos as his replacement.
Valour FC suspended operations following the 2025 CPL season. While Wade Miller explained that not enough fans were attending games to justify continued investment by the Winnipeg Football Club, others, including Rob Gale, contended that the team had been mismanaged, citing limited investment, staffing, and community engagement.
The team's colors are red and white, reflecting the Canadian flag, and they play their home matches at IG Field, a modern stadium that provides an electric atmosphere for fans. Valour FC aims to build a competitive squad that not only strives for success on the pitch but also engages with the community through various outreach programs and initiatives.
With a focus on developing young players and promoting the growth of soccer in Canada, Valour FC is dedicated to becoming a formidable force in the league while inspiring the next generation of athletes. The team's motto emphasizes teamwork, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, making them a proud representative of Winnipeg and Canadian soccer as a whole.