HFX Wanderers FC hosts defending CPL Champions Atlético Ottawa on July 1, 2026, at the Wanderers Grounds.

What's at Stake?

The Wanderers are looking to celebrate Canada Day with a home victory for a third straight year. A win on Wednesday could leap Atlético Ottawa in the table and move HFX Wanderers FC up into third position.

Recent Form

Both sides come into Wednesday's clash off the back of their best attacking performances of the season. HFX Wanderers FC scored five times in a 5-2 win over Pacific FC on Friday, roughly 36 per cent of their entire attacking output for the season so far.

Head-to-Head

Atlético Ottawa won the first meeting between the two sides this season 1-0 in the nation's capital on a goal from Jonantán Villal. HFX Wanderers FC felt incredibly hard done by that result as they had chances to equalize, including hitting the post on a wide open net late in the match.

Current Standing

As of July 1, 2026, HFX Wanderers FC stands 4th in the Canadian Premier League with 39 points from 28 games, having scored 41 goals and conceded 34. They are 19 points behind leaders Forge. | Category | Value | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 4th | | Points | 39 | | Goals Scored | 41 | | Goals Conceded | 34 | | Recent Form | LLWDL |

Next Fixture

HFX Wanderers FC's next fixture is against Atlético Ottawa at home on July 1, 2026, as they look to build on their home momentum and move up the table.