Ottawa Takes on Montreal in Week 19
The Ottawa REDBLACKS are heading to Montreal for a pivotal Week 19 CFL regular season matchup against the Alouettes — one of the league's most storied rivalries and a game that always carries serious divisional weight.
The REDBLACKS and Alouettes have long been heated opponents in the CFL's East Division, with games between the two clubs often having direct implications for playoff positioning. Whether Ottawa is fighting for a top seed or clawing their way into the postseason picture, clashes with Montreal never lack for drama.
A Rivalry Rooted in the East
Few matchups on the CFL calendar fire up Ottawa fans quite like a trip down the 401 to face the Alouettes. Montreal is one of the league's most historic franchises, and beating them carries real prestige. For the REDBLACKS, road wins in Quebec can be the kind of momentum-shifters that define a season.
Perth, Grey Cup, and playoff heartbreak — the history between these two franchises is rich, and every new chapter adds to it. REDBLACKS supporters know that no matter where either team sits in the standings, this matchup demands full effort from both sides.
What to Watch For
In games like this, special teams and field position often end up being the difference. The CFL's wide field rewards big plays, and both clubs have weapons capable of flipping the game in an instant. Ottawa will need to be sharp in all three phases to come away from Percival Molson Memorial Stadium with a W.
Fans back home in Ottawa will be watching closely — either packed into a local sports bar on Elgin Street or glued to screens across Kanata and Barrhaven. REDBLACKS road games have a way of bringing the community together, even from a distance.
Keeping the Faith on Bank Street
The REDBLACKS faithful are a resilient bunch. Through rebuilding years and breakthrough seasons alike, Ottawa's CFL fans have shown up. Week 19 is another opportunity for this team to prove it belongs among the East's best — and to serve notice to a Montreal side that has its own playoff ambitions.
Keep an eye on the CFL schedule and tune in to cheer on your Ottawa squad as they take the field in Montreal.
Source: CFL.ca via Google News
