Steady rain blanketed the South Stand as kickoff against Atlético Ottawa approached, with both teams clearly understanding the significance of this derby. HFX Wanderers FC came into this match aiming to hold their ground in the league rankings, while Atlético sought vengeance after a previous defeat. Unfortunately for the visiting team, HFX Wanderers FC was in no mood to share points.

The home side started strong, with an electric atmosphere igniting from the crowd. Just ten minutes in, Miguel Arilla opened the scoring with a well-placed shot from outside the box that nestled into the bottom corner. The fans erupted, chanting in unison, their hopes hanging on every flick of the ball.

By the 35-minute mark, L. Callegari doubled their lead with a beautiful header, connecting with a perfect cross from the right wing. The Wanderers looked poised to run away with the game; however, Atlético Ottawa clawed one back just before halftime, capitalizing on a defensive lapse.

Despite the rain and a spirited fight from the visitors, HFX Wanderers FC held their nerve in the second half. With solid performances from veterans like M. Carducci in goal, they managed to secure all three points, highlighting their resilience. As the final whistle blew, players gathered at the center of the pitch, celebrating their hard-fought victory.