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Forge FC returns to action after a 21-day break. The team is set to play Vancouver FC on Canada Day.
What happened?
Forge FC had a 21-day break due to the Men's World Cup. The team was on a hot streak before the break, with no goals allowed at home this year.
Why it matters for Forge FC
The break may have given the team a chance to rest, but players are confident they won't suffer from rust. Kevaughn Tavernier, a 20-year-old forward, says the team's staff kept them active during the break.
What comes next?
Forge FC will return to regular training on Monday and will take only Thursday off as they prepare for the final 18 regular-season games and the second round of the Canadian Championships. Right winger Hoce Massunda, who turned 21 on Friday, concurs with Tavernier, saying the team was given a program for runs and workouts.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Days without a game | 21 |
| Goals allowed at home | 0 |
| Age of Kevaughn Tavernier | 20 |
| Age of Hoce Massunda | 21 |
The attention on the World Cup will likely increase recognition of the Canadian Premier League, and soccer in general in Canada. Tavernier agrees, saying it will be good for the league to have the Canadian team in the World Cup and to have games in Toronto.
Community involvement
Hosting watch parties at the stadium, with Forge players there to mingle with fans, is amazing for the league, says Massunda. It brings the community in and gives young kids a chance to see the game live and get a love for the game that maybe they never had before.
Forge FC is set to play Vancouver FC on Canada Day, and the team is confident they will come out strong after their break. With their momentum and the increased recognition of the Canadian Premier League, Forge FC is looking to make a statement in their upcoming games.
