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Forge vs York United Stats: Head-to-head Record and Historical Trends

Forge host York United at Tim Hortons Field in the Canadian Premier League Group Stage on 05 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 23:00 UTC. The Hamilton side come into this fixture as one of the frontrunners in the 2026 season, sitting 2nd in the table with 41 points, a goal difference of +15 and a strong record at home.

York United arrive under pressure near the lower end of the standings. They are 7th with 18 points and a goal difference of -15, and have struggled defensively throughout the campaign. With both teams needing points for very different reasons, this match carries real weight in the Group Stage. In this context, Forge vs York United stats and historical trends provide a clear lens on how the matchup has typically played out.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a clear advantage for Forge in recent competitive meetings with York United.

  • Previous meetings: 5
  • Forge wins: 4
  • Draws: 1
  • York United wins: 0

Forge vs York United Timeline & Historical Context

The Forge vs York United timeline in the Canadian Premier League highlights a rivalry that has been dominated by Forge across league play, though with occasional signs of resistance from York United. All five recorded matches come from league competition, spanning the 2025 and 2026 seasons.

The earliest match in this dataset took place on 29 June 2025 in the Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 13 at Tim Hortons Field. Forge and York United drew 2-2, with Forge the home side and York United the visitors after a 1-2 half-time scoreline turned into a 2-2 full-time result. That draw remains York United’s only point in these five fixtures.

Forge then began to assert clear control. On 09 August 2025, in Regular Season - 18 at York Lions Stadium, York United hosted but fell 1-2 (half-time 1-1). Later that year, on 18 October 2025 in Regular Season - 28 at Tim Hortons Field, Forge delivered a comprehensive 3-0 home win, leading 2-0 at half-time. The 2026 Group Stage has seen the gap widen further: on 07 June 2026 at York Lions Stadium, York United lost 1-4 (half-time 0-2), and on 26 July 2026 at the same venue they were beaten 1-3 (half-time 1-1). Across this sequence, Forge have consistently found ways to score multiple goals, while York United have struggled to contain them.

Forge vs York United Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The statistical picture across these fixtures underlines Forge’s attacking edge and York United’s defensive issues.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Forge 14 - 5 York United
  • Average Goals per Match: Forge 2.80 vs York United 1.00

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Tim Hortons Field: 2 matches played here — Forge won 1 (as home side), York United won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
  • At York Lions Stadium: 3 matches played here — York United won 0 (as home side), Forge won 3 (as away side), 0 draws

Forge vs York United Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Forge vs York United last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 26 July 2026: York United 1-3 Forge (Half-time: 1-1) – Canadian Premier League Group Stage
  • 07 June 2026: York United 1-4 Forge (Half-time: 0-2) – Canadian Premier League Group Stage
  • 18 October 2025: Forge 3-0 York United (Half-time: 2-0) – Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 28
  • 09 August 2025: York United 1-2 Forge (Half-time: 1-1) – Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 18
  • 29 June 2025: Forge 2-2 York United (Half-time: 1-2) – Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 13

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Forge Matches Results and Stats

Forge’s season to date form confirms why they are near the top of the Canadian Premier League table. With 13 wins from 19 league matches and a goal difference of +15, they have combined a solid defense with a consistently productive attack. At home, Forge have been particularly strong, winning 7 of 9, scoring 13 and conceding only 5, and keeping a high number of clean sheets. Their overall scoring rate sits around one and a half goals per game, while conceding well under a goal per match.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 13, Draw 2, Lose 4 (season to date)

Last 5 York United Matches Results and Stats

York United’s season to date statistics paint a more difficult picture. With 4 wins, 6 draws and 7 defeats from 17 matches, they have struggled for consistency and defensive solidity. York United concede an average of 2.2 goals per match while scoring 1.3, and their away record is particularly fragile: just 1 win from 9 away games, with 7 goals scored and 18 conceded. Clean sheets have been rare, and heavy defeats have punctuated their campaign, underlining why they sit 7th in the standings.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 6, Lose 7 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the available head-to-head history and current season form, the numbers lean heavily toward Forge. They lead the direct series 4 wins to 0 with 1 draw, have scored 14 goals to York United’s 5, and have been dominant both at Tim Hortons Field and at York Lions Stadium. Forge’s strong home record and tight defense contrast sharply with York United’s leaky back line and modest away returns. While each match is its own contest, the historical Forge vs York United stats suggest that the home side enter this Group Stage fixture as clear favorites, with York United needing a significant improvement to disrupt the established pattern.

Forge vs York United H2H Statistics updated on 31 August 2026.

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