Vancouver FC vs Forge Stats: Head-to-head Record Before Match

The upcoming Canadian Premier League Group Stage clash between Vancouver FC and Forge is scheduled for 26 September 2026, with kick-off at 23:00 UTC at Willoughby Community Park Stadium. With the regular phase of the 2026 season well underway, this fixture carries significant implications for the table and will be closely watched by fans tracking Vancouver FC vs Forge stats.

Vancouver FC enter this match sitting 4th in the standings with 31 points from 23 matches and a goal difference of +2. Forge, meanwhile, are firmly in the title race in 2nd place on 46 points from 22 games, boasting a +18 goal difference. The stakes are clear: Vancouver FC are fighting to consolidate a top-half position and push toward the leading pack, while Forge are looking to maintain pressure at the top and underline their status as one of the league’s most consistent sides.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive but Forge-leaning matchup in the Vancouver FC vs Forge head-to-head history.

• 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 competitive action is concentrated in the Canadian Premier League, spanning the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Every meeting in the available record has come in league play, giving a clear, like-for-like basis to compare how the rivalry has evolved.

The earliest match in this sequence took place on 23 August 2025 in the Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 20 at Willoughby Community Park Stadium. Vancouver FC hosted Forge and were edged 0-1, with the visitors leading 1-0 at half-time and holding that advantage through full-time. Forge then hosted the next encounter on 4 October 2025 in Regular Season - 26 at Tim Hortons Field, where the match finished 1-1. Forge led 1-0 at the break, but Vancouver FC found an equaliser in the second half to secure their first point in this matchup.

The rivalry intensified in the 2026 Group Stage. On 12 April 2026 at Willoughby Community Park Stadium, Vancouver FC again played host, but Forge claimed a narrow 1-0 away win after a goalless first half. The next two meetings were both at Tim Hortons Field. On 1 July 2026, Forge and Vancouver FC produced the highest-scoring fixture in this series: Forge 3-2 Vancouver FC in Group Stage action, with the visitors leading 2-0 at half-time before Forge mounted a second-half comeback. Most recently, on 7 August 2026, Forge 0-1 Vancouver FC saw the visitors record their first win in this head-to-head, leading 1-0 at half-time and seeing out a clean-sheet victory. Together, these matches outline a Vancouver FC vs Forge timeline defined by tight margins, away wins, and one dramatic comeback.

Vancouver FC vs Forge Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Vancouver FC vs Forge stats point to Forge holding the edge, but with Vancouver FC increasingly competitive as the rivalry develops.

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

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 across the 2026 Canadian Premier League campaign highlights a side with clear home strength but inconsistency overall. Season to date, they have 9 wins, 4 draws, and 10 defeats from 23 matches, with 31 goals scored and 29 conceded. At Willoughby Community Park Stadium they have been solid, winning 6 of 11 home games and outscoring opponents 17-11. However, the broader form line shows a mixed run, with their season-long form string featuring sequences of both winning and losing runs, underlining their volatility. Offensively, they average 1.3 goals per match, while defensively they concede at the same 1.3 rate, reflecting a balanced but fragile profile.

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

Last 5 Forge Matches Results and Stats

Forge’s season to date paints the picture of one of the league’s most efficient and consistent outfits. Across 22 league matches, they have recorded 14 wins, 4 draws, and only 4 defeats, scoring 34 goals and conceding just 16. Their away record is particularly relevant ahead of this trip to Willoughby Community Park Stadium: 6 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses from 11 away games, with 17 goals scored and 10 conceded. Forge average 1.5 goals per match while allowing only 0.7, supported by 10 clean sheets overall. Their form line indicates extended winning streaks and a strong defensive base, which has translated into reliable results both home and away.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

Looking at the combined picture of historical records and current-season form, Forge hold the statistical upper hand ahead of this Canadian Premier League Group Stage meeting. In the head-to-head, Forge lead with 3 wins to Vancouver FC’s 1 across 5 matches, scoring 6 goals to 4. They have been especially effective at Willoughby Community Park Stadium, where they have taken 2 wins and 1 draw from 3 visits. However, Vancouver FC’s first victory in this series came in the most recent encounter, a 1-0 away success on 7 August 2026, suggesting the gap may be narrowing.

Season to date, Forge’s superior points tally, goal difference, and defensive record underline their status as favourites from a statistical standpoint. Vancouver FC’s strong home record and ability to compete in tight games, combined with that recent away win over Forge, offer a counterweight and indicate that the hosts cannot be discounted. Overall, the trends lean slightly toward Forge, particularly on consistency and defensive solidity, but the evolving nature of the Vancouver FC vs Forge stats keeps this fixture an intriguing and potentially finely balanced contest.

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