Forge vs York United Stats: Head-to-head Record Ahead of September 2026 Match

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 enter this fixture as one of the pace-setters in the 2026 season, while York United are fighting to climb from the lower half of the table. This matchup adds another important chapter to the Forge vs York United stats story in a tightly contested domestic campaign.

With Forge currently 2nd on 41 points after 19 matches and York United sitting 7th on 18 points from 17 games, the stakes are clear. Forge are pushing to consolidate a title challenge and secure a strong playoff position, backed by an impressive goal difference of +15. York United, with a goal difference of -15, need points to move away from the bottom places and restore confidence. In this context, the historical Forge vs York United stats and trends provide valuable insight into what to expect at Tim Hortons Field.

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 illustrates how Forge have steadily taken control of this fixture, both home and away. Across the available matches, Forge have consistently found ways to score multiple goals, while York United have struggled to convert promising positions into wins.

The earliest match in this set came on 29 June 2025 at Tim Hortons Field in the Canadian Premier League Regular Season - 13. Forge, playing at home, drew 2-2 with York United after trailing 1-2 at half-time. The half-time scoreline showed York United’s ability to threaten on the road, but Forge’s second-half response underlined their resilience at Tim Hortons Field.

On 09 August 2025, the sides met again at York Lions Stadium in Regular Season - 18. York United led 1-1 at half-time, but the full-time score read York United 1-2 Forge, another example of Forge overturning a balanced contest away from home. That theme continued on 18 October 2025 at Tim Hortons Field in Regular Season - 28, where Forge delivered a dominant 3-0 home victory after leading 2-0 at the break, underlining their growing superiority in this matchup.

The 2026 Group Stage has further extended Forge’s dominance. On 07 June 2026 at York Lions Stadium, York United trailed 0-2 at half-time and eventually lost 1-4 to Forge, a comprehensive away win for the Hamilton club. Most recently, on 26 July 2026, again at York Lions Stadium in the Group Stage, York United and Forge were level 1-1 at half-time before Forge pulled away to win 3-1. This sequence in the Forge vs York United timeline shows Forge repeatedly outscoring York United, especially after the interval.

Forge vs York United Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall numbers reinforce Forge’s control of this fixture, particularly in attack.

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 recent form in the 2026 Canadian Premier League season to date has been strong, reflected in 13 wins from 19 matches and a goal difference of +15. They average 1.5 goals scored and only 0.7 conceded per game, with 9 clean sheets across the campaign. At Tim Hortons Field, Forge have been particularly solid, winning 7 of 9 home fixtures, scoring 13 and conceding just 5, which supports the view that they carry clear momentum into this clash.

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

Last 5 York United Matches Results and Stats

York United’s 2026 season to date paints a contrasting picture. With 4 wins, 6 draws, and 7 defeats from 17 matches, and 22 goals scored against 37 conceded, their defensive record has been a major concern. They average 1.3 goals for but 2.2 against per match. Away from home, York United have managed just 1 win in 9, with 7 goals scored and 18 conceded, indicating that trips like this to Tim Hortons Field have been difficult and often punishing.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across both the head-to-head record and current-season form, the trends lean strongly toward Forge. They have never lost in the five documented meetings, winning four and drawing one, and have outscored York United 14-5. Forge have been dominant both at Tim Hortons Field and at York Lions Stadium, while their 2026 league position and defensive solidity further underline their status as favourites. York United’s negative goal difference, fragile away record, and history of conceding multiple goals to Forge suggest they will need a significant improvement to overturn these patterns. Overall, the historical and seasonal metrics indicate that Forge hold a clear statistical edge heading into this Group Stage encounter.

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