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Cavalry FC Clinches Top Spot in CPL Thriller
19 Oct
Summary
- Cavalry FC and Forge FC are tied with 57 points heading into the final regular season game.
- Cavalry FC secured a crucial 4-2 victory over Pacific FC.
- A seven-goal differential advantage gives Cavalry FC the edge over Forge FC.
Cavalry FC secured a vital 4-2 victory against Pacific FC at ATCO Field on Saturday. This win ensures they remain at the top of the Canadian Premier League standings.
They are now level on points with Forge FC, who also triumphed earlier in the day. With identical 57-point totals, Cavalry FC holds a crucial seven-goal differential advantage as the regular season nears its conclusion.
Despite conceding an early goal to Pacific FC, Cavalry FC responded swiftly. Goals from Daan Klomp, Tobias Warschewski (penalty), Camden Fewo, and Ali Musse (penalty) sealed the win. Head coach Tommy Wheeldon Jr. acknowledged the challenging conditions but praised his team's resilience and response.
Cavalry FC will close their season against Vancouver FC, with a victory potentially securing the top seed and a Concacaf Gold Cup qualification spot. Forge FC faces Pacific FC and will also compete in the Telus Canadian Championship.
