Cavalry FC's hopes of taking home three points from Hamilton Stadium were dashed as Forge FC secured a 1-0 victory in a highly physical and intense match. The win marked Forge FC's tenth clean sheet of the season, with Dimitry Bertaud making crucial saves throughout the game. Antoine Batisse scored the winning goal in the 70th minute, heading in a set piece from Tristan Borges. The loss for Cavalry FC means they remain in second place, with Forge FC now sitting in first place. The two teams will meet again in the regular season, with Cavalry FC's home matches against Forge FC scheduled for August 15 and September 19.