| Odds via Tonybet | |
| Valour FC vs Forge FC | Thursday, September 11, 2025, 9 PM EDT |
| Valour FC odds | +340 |
| Forge FC odds | -148 |
| Draw | +285 |
| Both teams to score | Yes -139, No +100 |
Valour FC vs Forge FC Preview and Team News
Valour FC Team News
Despite playing at home, there’s no doubt that Valour are massive underdogs heading into this matchup. Even though they’re coming off a confidence-boosting 5-2 road win over Vancouver FC, that was the team’s first league victory since late July. Between both victories, the Winnipeg outfit posted a D2, L3 record and conceded 12 goals, averaging 2.4 per game.
With that in mind, it’s easy to see why Valour sit near the bottom of the CPL standings after 22 rounds. The Manitoba-based club own the second-worst attack in the league with 26 goals, ahead of only Pacific’s woeful frontline, and also rank second in goals conceded with 50, slightly better than VFC who have allowed 51.
debut alert ⚠️
a weekend of milestones- including valour debut for forward Oskar van Hattum.👏 #ForValour | #CanPL pic.twitter.com/gRtA3vJUIn
— Valour FC (@ValourFootball) September 7, 2025
Another blowout loss like the one they suffered in their most recent meeting against Forge could see them labelled as the worst defensive side in the CPL. Even playing at home hasn’t offered much relief. They’ve gone three straight fixtures without a win at Princess Auto Stadium (D2, L1) and won just once in their last six (D2, L3).
Valour FC predicted lineup vs Forge FC (4-3-3): Gazdov; Alarcón, Konincks, Facchineri, Egwu; Froese, Ohin, Ressurreicao; Twardek, Morgan, Faria.
Forge FC Team News
Forge needed to bounce back after suffering a devastating 4-1 loss to Cavalry on August 30, and the team responded with an excellent performance at home in a tighter-than-expected 1-0 win over HFX Wanderers. The final score wasn’t a true reflection of how that game unfolded. The Hammers didn’t have a lot of possession, but they dominated the xG battle (2.64 to 1.11) and could’ve won by a larger margin as well.
Bounce-back performances aside, Forge have firmly established themselves as genuine title contenders. They’ve lost only one of their 22 fixtures (W14, D7, L1) and boast excellent peripheral stats as well. The club have the second-best attack in the CPL with 40 goals, and their defensive work has been elite as well. They’ve conceded an average of 0.77 goals per league outing.
right place, right time 🤝 pic.twitter.com/f1W3Lvfkqj
— Forge FC (@ForgeFCHamilton) September 8, 2025
Entrenched in a battle with Atlético Ottawa for the top spot in the CPL standings, Forge currently have the edge in a potential tie-breaking scenario thanks to their superior record and goal differential. They could also rely on their defensive prowess to get a positive result here, since three of their previous four wins have come with a clean sheet.
Forge FC predicted lineup vs Valour FC (4-1-4-1): Koleilat; Rama, Nimick, Achinioti-Jonsson, Jevremovic; Hojabrpour; Ampomah, Babouli, Bekker, Borges; Massunda.
Valour FC vs Forge FC Main Match Info
- Date and Kickoff Time: Thursday, September 11, 2025, 9 PM EDT
- Stadium: Princess Auto Stadium
- Location: Winnipeg, MB, Canada
- Last match: Forge 5:0 Valour (August 2, 2025, Canadian Premier League)
Valour FC vs Forge FC Prediction, Odds
- Pick: Forge to win
- Odds: -148 (Tonybet)
- Correct score prediction: Valour FC 0-2 Forge FC
Even though Valour might be showing signs of a potential turnaround after taking points in three of their last four matches, that uptick in form might not be enough to get past the challenge of Forge. The Winnipeg side will have the edge and comfort of playing at their own venue, but the Hammers are the better team and shouldn’t have trouble winning here.
The gap in quality between the two clubs isn’t just reflected in the standings — it’s also evident in their head-to-head (H2H) record. Riding a four-game undefeated streak against Valour, the guests have won three times in their four previous visits to this venue.
With three wins in their last four fixtures and seven in their past eight CPL outings, it’s easy to see why Forge are considered the favourites. If we also add the outstanding form overall and the edge in the head-to-head record, anything other than a comfortable win for the Hammers would be an absolute shocker.
Valour FC vs Forge FC Betting Tip
- Pick: Forge to win and over 1.5 total goals
- Odds: -106 (Tonybet)
Backing Forge to win this match is the smart move, without a doubt. Even though Valour are coming off a 5-2 win over Vancouver, that doesn’t erase the previous five-game winless run, nor does it eliminate all the defensive woes they’ve had throughout the 2025 campaign. Simply put, the hosts might be able to put up a fight here, but they won’t be able to compete toe-to-toe with the Hammers’ attack.
Given that, it’s realistic to expect the visitors to score at least twice. They’ve recorded thumping 5-0 victories in their previous two H2H meetings this season, and the recent form suggests Forge should be able to secure another easy victory despite playing away from home.
Valour FC vs Forge FC: Where to Watch (Canada)
- fuboTV Canada
- OneSoccer
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