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Vancouver FC vs Forge Stats: Head-to-Head Record

Vancouver FC host Forge at Willoughby Community Park Stadium in Canadian Premier League Group Stage action on 26 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 23:00 UTC. With the regular season deep into its decisive phase, every point is crucial for both sides in the race for playoff positioning and seeding.

The standings underline the stakes of this Vancouver FC vs Forge clash. Vancouver FC come into the fixture 4th in the table with 31 points from 23 matches and a goal difference of +2, trying to consolidate a top-half position. Forge sit 2nd with 46 points from 22 games and a +18 goal difference, pushing to keep pressure on the top of the Canadian Premier League. In this context, detailed Vancouver FC vs Forge stats provide a clear lens on how this matchup has developed and what to expect next.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive but Forge-leaning head-to-head between these clubs in league play.

  • Previous meetings: 5
  • Vancouver FC wins: 1
  • Draws: 1
  • Forge wins: 3

Vancouver FC vs Forge Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Vancouver FC vs Forge timeline, all recorded meetings come from Canadian Premier League competition across the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Forge have generally held the upper hand, but Vancouver FC have shown they can trouble the Hamilton side, particularly away from home.

The earliest match in the record came on 23 August 2025 in the Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 20 round at Willoughby Community Park Stadium. Vancouver FC were at home but fell 0-1 to Forge, trailing 0-1 at half-time and unable to find a response. On 4 October 2025, the sides met again at Tim Hortons Field in Regular Season - 26. Forge led 1-0 at the break, but Vancouver FC fought back to secure a 1-1 draw, marking the first time they took a point off Forge in this sequence.

The rivalry intensified in the 2026 Group Stage. On 12 April 2026 at Willoughby Community Park Stadium, Forge again edged a tight contest 1-0, with a 0-0 half-time scoreline before the visitors found a decisive second-half goal. Two fixtures at Tim Hortons Field followed. On 1 July 2026, Forge overturned a 0-2 half-time deficit to beat Vancouver FC 3-2 in a dramatic comeback. Then, on 7 August 2026, Vancouver FC responded with their first recorded win in this matchup, a 1-0 away victory after leading 1-0 at half-time. Overall, the Vancouver FC vs Forge timeline shows a trend of close matches, with Forge often controlling results but Vancouver FC increasingly competitive.

Vancouver FC vs Forge Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall head-to-head numbers highlight Forge’s edge, but also underline how tight the margins have been.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Vancouver FC 4 - 6 Forge
  • Average Goals per Match: Vancouver FC 0.80 vs Forge 1.20

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Willoughby Community Park Stadium: 2 matches played here — Vancouver FC won 0 (as home side), Forge won 2 (as away side), 0 draws
  • At Tim Hortons Field: 3 matches played here — Forge won 1 (as home side), Vancouver FC won 1 (as away side), 1 draw

Vancouver FC vs Forge Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

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

  • 7 August 2026: Forge 0-1 Vancouver FC (Half-time: 0-1) – Canadian Premier League Group Stage
  • 1 July 2026: Forge 3-2 Vancouver FC (Half-time: 0-2) – Canadian Premier League Group Stage
  • 12 April 2026: Vancouver FC 0-1 Forge (Half-time: 0-0) – Canadian Premier League Group Stage
  • 4 October 2025: Forge 1-1 Vancouver FC (Half-time: 1-0) – Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 26
  • 23 August 2025: Vancouver FC 0-1 Forge (Half-time: 0-1) – Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 20

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Vancouver FC Matches Results and Stats

For Vancouver FC, the pattern in league play is mixed. Their season-to-date record of 9 wins, 4 draws and 10 losses from 23 matches reflects inconsistency, but also a clear home advantage. At Willoughby Community Park Stadium they have 6 wins from 11 home games, scoring 17 and conceding 11, which suggests a more positive balance when backed by home support. Overall, they average 1.3 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, underlining how fine the margins often are in their fixtures.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 4, Lose 10 (season to date)

Last 5 Forge Matches Results and Stats

Forge arrive with one of the strongest statistical profiles in the Canadian Premier League. Season to date, they have 14 wins, 4 draws and only 4 defeats from 22 matches. Their defensive record is particularly impressive: just 16 goals conceded, an average of 0.7 per game, with 10 clean sheets. Away from home they have 6 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses in 11 matches, scoring 17 and conceding 10, which underlines their ability to travel well while maintaining defensive solidity and a steady 1.5 goals per match in attack.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 14, Draw 4, Lose 4 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Taken together, the historical record and current-season metrics point to Forge holding a clear statistical edge, particularly in overall consistency and defensive strength. Forge lead the head-to-head with 3 wins from 5, a 6-4 aggregate goal advantage, and a perfect record as the away side at Willoughby Community Park Stadium. Vancouver FC, however, have shown growth in this matchup, earning a draw and then a notable 1-0 away win at Tim Hortons Field. Coupled with a solid home record this season, Vancouver FC have enough underlying numbers to suggest they can make this another competitive contest, even if the broader trends still lean slightly towards Forge’s superior league form and defensive record.

Vancouver FC vs Forge H2H Statistics updated on 21 September 2026.

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