Valour FC, Winnipeg’s professional soccer team, has suspended operations.
Friday’s announcement by the club marks the end of its run in the Canadian Premier League for the foreseeable future.
In a statement, the team thanked its supporters — including season ticket holders, corporate partners, and the Red River Rising supporters’ group — for their loyalty and passion throughout the club’s existence. Valour also expressed appreciation for its players, coaches, and staff.
“Valour FC’s ownership informed the Canadian Premier League of its intention to suspend operations following the 2025 season,” the CPL said in a statement.
“The League has explored multiple avenues to maintain the club’s viability, engaging in discussions with potential investors and evaluating all feasible operational models. This included a thorough assessment of continuing the financial backing the League has provided to the club over the past two years. After review, it became clear that there is no sustainable path forward for Valour FC at this time.
The club says it will honour all contractual obligations to players and staff through the end of 2025. Anyone signed beyond next season will become a free agent or return to their parent club.
Fans with credits in their accounts will receive full refunds, with the ticketing department set to contact account holders directly with instructions.
With the addition of FC Supra du Québec to the CPL in September, the league will continue as an eight-team league in 2026.
Valour FC was launched in 2018 as an individually-owned team under the Winnipeg Football Club.
— Valour FC (@ValourFootball) November 21, 2025
