Semi-pro CS Saint-Laurent to take on Toronto FC in Canadian Championship match [Video]

Quebec semi-pro soccer team CS Saint-Laurent is set to face off against Toronto FC in the 2024 Canadian Championship in five days.

On one side will be a former Italian National team striker who makes $14 million per year. On the other side is a group of semi-pro players who juggle one or two jobs during the week on top of training.

It’s a true David versus Goliath story.

Quebec semi-pro champions CS Saint-Laurent started the tournament with an upset, beating the Halifax Wanderers Thursday night.

It’s the first time a Quebec semi-professional side has eliminated a professional team from the Canadian championship.

“It wasn’t an easy game to play, but we got the job done, and we’re super happy about it,” said goalkeeper Konstantinos Maniatis.

After regulation, the two teams were tied 2-2, and the winner was decided in penalty kicks. Maniatis made a huge save, allowing Mamadou Kane to net the shootout win.

“It feels …