Cavalry FC vs Forge: Head-to-head Stats Before September 2026 Match

Cavalry FC and Forge meet at ATCO Field on 19 September 2026 in the Canadian Premier League Group Stage, with kick-off scheduled for 21:00 UTC. Cavalry FC come into this fixture as league leaders with 49 points from 21 matches, while Forge sit close behind in second place on 45 points. That top-of-the-table context raises the stakes significantly for this clash in Canada’s premier domestic competition.

The standings underline how finely balanced this matchup is: Cavalry FC boast a goal difference of +29 with 41 goals scored and only 12 conceded, while Forge have a goal difference of +18 from 33 scored and 15 conceded. With both sides in strong form and battling for the top position, this encounter carries major implications for the title race, making detailed Cavalry FC vs Forge stats especially relevant ahead of kick-off.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive recent series between Cavalry FC and Forge across league and playoff fixtures.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Cavalry FC wins: 2
• Draws: 2
• Forge wins: 1

Cavalry FC vs Forge Timeline & Historical Context

The Cavalry FC vs Forge timeline in the available data begins with a tightly contested league meeting on 11 October 2025 in the Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 27 round. At ATCO Field, Cavalry FC and Forge drew 1-1, with the hosts leading 1-1 at half-time and neither side able to find a winner after the break. That result set the tone for a rivalry characterised by fine margins.

The stakes rose sharply on 2 November 2025, when the clubs met again in the Canadian Premier League Semi-finals at Tim Hortons Field. On that occasion, Forge were at home but Cavalry FC claimed a crucial 1-0 away victory after a 0-0 first half, underlining their ability to grind out results in knockout football. That semi-final success for Cavalry FC added a significant chapter to the head-to-head history.

The 2026 season has already delivered three further meetings between the sides, all in the Canadian Premier League Group Stage. On 18 April 2026 at Tim Hortons Field, Forge and Cavalry FC played out a 0-0 draw, with the match goalless at both half-time and full-time, reinforcing the defensive solidity on both sides. Forge then edged a 1-0 home win on 31 May 2026 at the same venue, turning a 0-0 half-time score into a narrow victory. Most recently, on 15 August 2026 at ATCO Field, Cavalry FC came from 0-1 down at half-time to beat Forge 2-1, highlighting the home side’s resilience and adding further intrigue to the evolving Cavalry FC vs Forge timeline.

Cavalry FC vs Forge Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers point to a slight overall edge for Cavalry FC, but with both teams competitive across home and away fixtures.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Cavalry FC 4 - 3 Forge
• Average Goals per Match: Cavalry FC 0.80 vs Forge 0.60

Venue Split Performance:

• At ATCO Field: 2 matches played here — Cavalry FC won 1 (as home side), Forge won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
• At Tim Hortons Field: 3 matches played here — Forge won 1 (as home side), Cavalry FC won 1 (as away side), 1 draw

Cavalry FC vs Forge Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Cavalry FC vs Forge last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 15 August 2026: Cavalry FC 2-1 Forge (Half-time: 0-1) – Canadian Premier League Group Stage
• 31 May 2026: Forge 1-0 Cavalry FC (Half-time: 0-0) – Canadian Premier League Group Stage
• 18 April 2026: Forge 0-0 Cavalry FC (Half-time: 0-0) – Canadian Premier League Group Stage
• 2 November 2025: Forge 0-1 Cavalry FC (Half-time: 0-0) – Canadian Premier League Semi-finals
• 11 October 2025: Cavalry FC 1-1 Forge (Half-time: 1-1) – Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 27

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Cavalry FC Matches Results and Stats

For Cavalry FC, the most reliable recent picture comes from their 2026 Canadian Premier League season to date. They have played 21 league matches, winning 15, drawing 4 and losing just 2, which reflects a sustained run of strong form. At home, they have been particularly dominant with 8 wins and 2 draws from 10 matches, scoring 23 and conceding only 6. Offensively, they average 2.0 goals per game overall, while defensively they allow just 0.6 goals per match, supported by 9 clean sheets across the campaign.

• Recent Results Summary: season to date – Win 15, Draw 4, Lose 2

Last 5 Forge Matches Results and Stats

Forge also present an impressive season-to-date profile in the 2026 Canadian Premier League. Across 21 league fixtures, they have recorded 14 wins, 3 draws and 4 defeats, underlining their consistency near the top of the table. Their home record stands at 8 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from 11 matches, while away from home they have 6 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. Forge average 1.6 goals scored per game and concede 0.7 on average, with 10 clean sheets overall, indicating a balanced side capable of both scoring regularly and keeping opponents quiet.

• Recent Results Summary: season to date – Win 14, Draw 3, Lose 4

Historical Statistical Verdict

Taken together, the head-to-head record and current league performance suggest a finely poised contest. Cavalry FC hold a narrow advantage in direct meetings, leading 2 wins to 1 with 2 draws, and they have outscored Forge 4-3 across those five matches. The venue split is also slightly favourable to Cavalry FC, who remain unbeaten against Forge at ATCO Field with one win and one draw. However, Forge have demonstrated their own strength by winning once and drawing once in three home meetings, and their season-to-date numbers in the league are close to Cavalry FC’s in both results and defensive solidity. With both teams occupying the top two positions in the Canadian Premier League and showing strong underlying stats, the trends point towards another tight, high-stakes encounter rather than a clear historical dominance for either side.

Cavalry FC vs Forge H2H Statistics updated on 14 September 2026.