Canadian Premier League – Match Report

Forge FC Edge Cavalry FC in Tense Hamilton Derby

Forge FC secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Cavalry FC on June 1, 2026, at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton. The result extended Forge’s unbeaten run at home and provided a crucial three points in the Canadian Premier League standings.

The only goal of the match came in the 34th minute when Forge striker Woobens Pacius latched onto a through ball from Kyle Bekker and slotted past Cavalry goalkeeper Marco Carducci. The goal was Pacius’s fifth of the season and highlighted his timing in big moments.

Key Moments

• 12' – Cavalry’s Sergio Camargo forced a fine save from Forge keeper Triston Henry.
• 34' – Pacius finishes clinically after Bekker’s incisive pass.
• 67' – Cavalry’s Charlie Trafford sent off for a second yellow card, leaving the visitors with ten men.
• 88' – Henry produced another crucial stop to deny a low drive from Mason Trafford.

Tactical Battle

Forge controlled possession early but Cavalry threatened on the counter. After the red card, Forge dominated the final third but could not add a second. The defensive pairing of Alexander Achinioti-Jönsson and Dominick Zator kept Cavalry’s attack at bay.

The victory lifted Forge FC to third in the CPL table, while Cavalry slipped to fifth. The two sides are expected to meet again in the postseason, making this result psychologically significant for the Hammers.