Forge FC defeats Valour FC with a solitary goal
Forge FC claimed victory in their visit to Winnipeg’s Princess Auto Stadium, defeating Valour FC 1-0 thanks to a goal by Niels Jensen in the 36th minute.
The match started with a dynamic pace, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. Forge FC dominated possession, but Valour FC was dangerous on the counter-attack.
In the 36th minute, Jensen took advantage of a defensive error by Valour FC to open the scoring. The Canadian striker received a through ball and finished with a powerful shot that left the goalkeeper helpless.
Despite the changes made by Valour FC in the second half, Forge FC maintained control of the match and defended solidly.
In the final minutes, Forge FC had opportunities to extend their lead, but failed to convert. Valour FC, on the other hand, sought the equalizer with determination, but faced a well-organized Forge FC with a secure goalkeeper.
The match ended with a 1-0 win for Forge FC, who earned three important points in their quest for the Canadian Premier League title.
Match statistics:
* Valour FC: 48% possession, 11 shots (4 on target, 6 off target), 4 corners, 12 fouls, 0 yellow cards, 0 red cards
* Forge FC: 52% possession, 19 shots (4 on target, 6 off target), 9 corners, 8 fouls, 2 yellow cards, 0 red cards
Match details:
* Date: October 6, 2024
* City: Winnipeg, Manitoba
* Stadium: Princess Auto Stadium
* League: Canadian Premier League
* Season: 2024
* Round: Regular Season – 11
* Country: Canada
Substitutions valour: at minute 57 J. Swibel came in and A. Binate went out., at minute 57 R. Ohin came in and J. Sanchez went out., at minute 71 J. Faria came in and D. Ressurreicao went out., at minute 88 S. Mlah came in and R. Alarcon went out.
Substitutions forge: at minute 72 V. Klonaridis came in and D. Choiniere went out., at minute 72 N. Ampomah came in and A. Kone went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Valour
Forge
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