It’s over for the Alouettes

The Montreal Alouettes were eliminated 52 to 44 by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats during the East Division semifinal Sunday afternoon. 

More than 33,000 spectators had gathered in the Olympic Stadium for the playoff game. 

They were hoping to see the Alouettes get closer to a third consecutive Grey Cup.

It didn’t look too promising, as the Als had lost their three final regular season games. They now lost for the first time in six semifinal games at the Olympic Stadium.

It is the first time in three seasons under head coach Marcel Bellefeuille that Hamilton wins a playoff game.

The Alouettes launched a furious comeback most of the game, especially in the forth quarter.

Als starter Kevin Glenn left the game with what appeared to be an injury to the back of his neck.

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats advance to the East Division final next Sunday in Winnipeg.