(Greater Sudbury, ON) – The Sudbury Cyclones’ men return to the Cambrian College pitch for the final time this campaign, as they face a must-win to keep promotion hopes alive against Hamilton United. Kick-off is Saturday, August 16th at 7:00 p.m..
The Cyclones sit second in the League1 Championship table, which has only gotten tighter at the top in the past week. The Championship is now led by Unionville Milliken SC, who have 20 matches played and 37 points, identical to the Cyclones. They however hold the current tiebreaker, as they have more wins (Unionville has 11, Sudbury has 10). The Cyclones have a two-point lead over The Borough FC, who have 19 matches played and 35 points, along with a three-point lead over York United Academy, with 34 points over 20 matches.
It is important to note that the top two clubs in the League1 Championship will be promoted to the League1 Premier for the 2026 season. The club that finishes third in the Championship will participate in a playoff match against the club who finish 10th in the Premier, with the winner gaining a spot in the Premier for the 2026 campaign as well. As well, for the current League1 Championship table, the first tiebreaker is total wins, with the second being head-to-head record, and the third being goal differential.
Saturday’s match features the 10-3-7 Cyclones facing the 0-16-4 Hamilton United. The Cyclones feature the league’s third-best defence, conceding just 21 goals this season. Hamilton features the league’s worst goal differential, with a -44. Saturday will be a celebration for the fans, honouring another great season of soccer in the Sudbury community. Several vendors will be on site, including The Hydrant Fizz, among others. Join in on a great night and help send our Cyclones off on a winning note!
The Cyclones 2025 campaign will conclude with a matchup on the road against Guelph United, on Wednesday, August 20th at 8:00 p.m..
Single-game tickets are available online HERE, or can be purchased at the gate at Cambrian College for Saturday’s Cyclones’ match. Prices are $20 for adults, $15 for students, and $10 for children 12 and under.