Montreal, Monday, October 21, 2024 - Following the resounding success of the unveiling of the club's branding and name on October 8, the Roses de Montréal are keeping the momentum going. Today, the club is proud to announce the arrival of its first two players, Gabrielle Lambert and Charlotte Bilbault, two emblematic figures who epitomize the Roses' ambitions. This announcement marks another important step in building a competitive and inspiring team for Montreal.

GABRIELLE LAMBERT: RETURNING HOME WITH INTERNATIONAL EXPERTISE
A Saint-Hyacinthe native, Gabrielle Lambert is making her comeback in Quebec after shining bright on European fields. An exceptional goalkeeper, Gabrielle began her soccer career at the age of 4, and quickly distinguished herself with her talent and versatility. She now returns to the Roses with valuable experience after playing in France and Germany, notably with SC Freiburg, where she was the starting goalkeeper in the German Cup final.

"We're delighted to welcome Gabrielle to our team. She perfectly embodies the values of the Roses, both through her strong ties to the area and her international career. Her technical skills, precise reflexes and decisive saves make her a key member of our team. But beyond her talent on the field, Gabrielle is also an outstanding mentor, capable of passing along her knowledge to the younger players as well as raising the standards of the whole team" explains Marinette Pichon, the Roses' team Athletic Director

CHARLOTTE BILBAULT: PILLAR OF THE MIDFIELD
The Roses de Montréal also welcome Charlotte Bilbault, a defensive midfielder with an impressive track record. Born in Saint-Doulchard, France, Charlotte rose through the ranks of women's soccer at an early age, playing for some of France's most prestigious clubs, including Montpellier HSC. An international player, she has represented the French national team on 56 occasions, bringing with her a wealth of experience in top-level competitions. 

"Charlotte is an impact player, with an exceptional ability to read the game and set the pace. Her presence in midfield, where she gets balls back and leads the phases of the game, will be a major asset for us. Her career, marked by exemplary steadiness and consistent performances at the highest level, makes her a natural leader on the field. I'm convinced that she will bring an essential stability to our team" adds Marinette Pichon.

ABOUT GABRIELLE LAMBERT
Name: Gabrielle Lambert
Size: 5’ 8’’
Date of birth: December 27th, 1993 (age 30)
Place of birth: Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec
Position: Goalkeeper
Strong foot: Left and right
Current Club: Montréal Roses (Canada)
Former Club: SC Freiburg (Germany)

ABOUT CHARLOTTE BILBAULT
Name: Charlotte Bilbaut
Size: 5’ 6’’
Date of birth: June 5th, 1990 (age 34)
Place of birth: Saint-Doulchard, France
Position: Defensive Midfielder
Strong foot: Right
Current Club: Montréal Roses (Canada)
Former Club: Montpellier HSC (France)
National team: France

SEASON TICKET DEPOSIT CAMPAIGN
The season ticket deposit campaign is underway. To secure their seats for the inaugural season, fans can make a $50 deposit. Such selection priority will be determined by deposit order. To reserve, visit www.rosesmtl.ca.

STYLE AND PRIDE: COLLECTION NOW AVAILABLE
The very first Rose de Montréal collection of branded clothing and accessories has just been launched on www.rosesmtl.ca. In addition to the team scarf and other expected items, the team is committed to showcasing local designers and entrepreneurs through collaborations. This collection features two such items: a sports bra from TOPTOP Outfit, a local company that celebrates diversity and authenticity while enabling women to achieve their full potential by breaking down barriers in sport; and shin guards from Angelo Destounis (Angelo’s Soccer Shop), a talented entrepreneur specialized in creating custom shin guards.

ABOUT THE ROSES DE MONTRÉAL
The Roses de Montréal is the women’s professional soccer team representing the city in the Northern Super League. Founded in 2024, the team embodies creativity, passion and Montreal’s diversity through its name, logo and colours. With its high-performance training centre located at the Complexe sportif Bois-de-Boulogne and a committed group of investors, the ROSES are ready to make Quebec and Canadian women’s sports history. www.rosesmtl.ca

ABOUT THE NORTHERN SUPER LEAGUE
The Northern Super League is a new Canadian women’s professional soccer league, with six clubs in Canada’s major markets set to kick off in Spring 2025. Built by players and supporters of the beautiful game, the League draws inspiration from international best practices and aims to promote Canadian sports excellence, equity, and inclusion. For more information about the Northern Super League, please www.nsl.ca.

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Source: ROSES FC - www.rosesmtl.ca
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