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Vancouver FC vs Forge Stats: Head-to-Head Record and Historical Context

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 Vancouver FC sitting 4th on 31 points and Forge 2nd on 46 points, this fixture has direct implications for the upper half of the table and the race for postseason positioning. In this context, Vancouver FC vs Forge stats provide an important lens on how these sides match up competitively.

The standings underline a contrast in profiles: Vancouver FC have 9 wins, 4 draws and 10 defeats from 23 matches, with a modest goal difference of +2, while Forge boast 14 wins, 4 draws and only 4 losses from 22 matches, with a goal difference of +18. Vancouver FC are stronger at home than away, whereas Forge are balanced and efficient in both home and away fixtures. Those trends, combined with the existing Vancouver FC vs Forge stats, frame this as a key test of Vancouver’s home strength against one of the league’s most consistent sides.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a compact but revealing head-to-head history between Vancouver FC and Forge in league play.

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

Vancouver FC vs Forge Timeline & Historical Context

The Vancouver FC vs Forge timeline in the Canadian Premier League begins with their earliest recorded clash on 23 August 2025 in Regular Season - 20. On that day at Willoughby Community Park Stadium, Vancouver FC hosted Forge and were beaten 0-1, with Forge leading 1-0 at half-time and preserving that margin through full time. It set an early tone of Forge being able to travel west and manage games efficiently.

Their next meeting came on 4 October 2025 in Regular Season - 26 at Tim Hortons Field. Forge again held the home advantage and led 1-0 at half-time, but Vancouver FC responded after the break to secure a 1-1 draw. That result showed Vancouver’s capacity to adjust and take something from a difficult away venue, slightly rebalancing the Vancouver FC vs Forge timeline after Forge’s initial dominance.

The rivalry intensified in the 2026 Group Stage. On 12 April 2026 at Willoughby Community Park Stadium, Vancouver FC hosted Forge but fell 0-1, with the match goalless at half-time before Forge found the decisive strike. Forge then hosted the next two meetings at Tim Hortons Field. On 1 July 2026, Forge overturned a 0-2 half-time deficit to win 3-2, underlining their attacking power and resilience on home soil. Most recently, on 7 August 2026, Vancouver FC travelled to Tim Hortons Field and produced a disciplined performance, leading 1-0 at half-time and holding on for a 1-0 away win. That result marked Vancouver’s first recorded victory in this fixture and adds a new dimension to the Vancouver FC vs Forge timeline ahead of the upcoming match.

Vancouver FC vs Forge Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers highlight Forge’s edge, but also show that Vancouver FC have found ways to compete and improve over time.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Vancouver FC 3 - 6 Forge
  • Average Goals per Match: Vancouver FC 0.60 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 most reliable guide is their season to date. They have played 23 league matches, winning 9, drawing 4 and losing 10. At home, they have 6 wins from 11 games, scoring 17 and conceding 11, which suggests a positive but not dominant home profile. Overall, they average 1.3 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, with only 3 clean sheets and 8 matches in which they failed to score. Their form string indicates fluctuations, with both winning and losing streaks, but a recent pattern that includes multiple defeats alongside some strong spells.

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

Last 5 Forge Matches Results and Stats

Forge arrive with a stronger season-to-date profile. Across 22 league fixtures, they have 14 wins, 4 draws and 4 losses. They are balanced home and away, with 8 home wins and 6 away wins, scoring 34 and conceding only 16 in total. Their attack averages 1.5 goals per match, while their defence allows just 0.7 goals per game, backed by 10 clean sheets and only 4 matches without scoring. The form sequence features multiple extended winning runs, underlining Forge’s consistency and ability to manage different game states, including on the road.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

Historically, Forge hold the upper hand in this matchup, leading the head-to-head with 3 wins to Vancouver FC’s 1 and a 6-3 goal advantage across 5 meetings. The venue split is particularly striking: Forge have won both previous trips to Willoughby Community Park Stadium, while Vancouver FC’s only victory in the fixture came away at Tim Hortons Field. Season-to-date form reinforces Forge’s status as favourites, with superior points, goal difference and defensive record. However, Vancouver FC’s strong home numbers and their recent breakthrough win at Tim Hortons Field indicate that this contest is becoming more competitive. The trends suggest Forge retain a statistical edge, but Vancouver’s improving performances against this opponent keep the upcoming encounter finely poised.

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

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