In this column, each week, Ivan Sørensen will take you through the current standings and give you a heads-up on what the next round of games might mean for the season.

Week 2 is behind us

With the second week of play complete, every team has now had time on the pitch, and early impressions are starting to form.

Inter Toronto may not be a new team in name, but for many, it still felt like one, with plenty of curiosity around how the squad would perform, especially against a Wanderers side still looking to settle into its game.

Their meeting at York Lions Stadium showcased both teams well, as they traded goals in an entertaining 2-2 draw.

The other Saturday match marked the debut of Supra du Québec, not the first team from the province, but the first all-Québec side. The game delivered, with Pacific and Supra going back and forth in what looked set to end 2-2 before a late goal gave Supra its first win, both of the season and in club history.

It may have had a storybook feel, but Pacific also showed plenty of energy in the performance.

On Sunday, Atlético Ottawa travelled to ATCO Field and were beaten convincingly by Cavalry, with the 3-1 scoreline reflecting a match that could have seen more goals.

Finally, Forge visited Langley and found themselves tested by a much-improved Vancouver side that matched them throughout. Forge came away with a 1-0 win, but it was far closer than many would have expected based on last season.

Standings

The table is still taking shape, with Cavalry and Forge on six points, Halifax on four, Supra on three, and Toronto on one.

Pacific, Vancouver, and surprisingly Ottawa all sit on zero points after two matches, though both BC sides showed they had opportunities to come away with results in their opening games.

What comes next?

Saturday sees Halifax host Pacific at the Wanderers Grounds, finally giving the Wanderers a home match. The trip is one of the longest in the league, but Pacific has already shown it can compete, while Sartini will be looking to establish his system in front of the home crowd.

There is also a heavyweight clash between Forge and Cavalry. Whether you lean toward Forge’s efficiency or Cavalry’s energy, this first of four regular-season meetings should offer a strong indication of how that rivalry could unfold.

On Sunday, reigning champions Atlético Ottawa face Supra at CEPSUM Stadium in Montreal. It’s a chance for the new club to make a statement and continue building momentum for football in Québec, while Ottawa will be eager to respond. The question remains whether Mejia has found his footing again.

Matchweek three concludes with Vancouver FC travelling to face Inter Toronto. Toronto has played just once compared to Vancouver’s busy start, which also included two Concacaf matches, but will have the home advantage. Vancouver, meanwhile, will look to turn strong performances into points.

Whoever you support, enjoy the weekend of football, and be sure to check back for next week’s edition of the column.