The 2025 TELUS Canadian Championship continues with a decisive second leg between Cavalry FC and Vancouver FC, with the aggregate score tied 1–1 after a tense first leg in Langley. With a semifinal berth and a shot at the Voyageurs Cup on the line, both Canadian Premier League sides will be pushing for a statement win in Calgary.
Match Details
| Fixture | Cavalry FC vs Vancouver FC |
| Date | Tuesday, July 8, 2025 |
| Kickoff | 8:30 PM MT (10:30 PM ET) |
| Venue | ATCO Field, Calgary, AB |
| Broadcast | OneSoccer, TELUS Optik TV, fuboTV Canada |
| Competition | 2025 Canadian Championship – Quarterfinal (Leg 2 of 2) |
| Aggregate Score | 1–1 (No away goals rule) |
Team Form & Head-to-Head
| Team | Last 5 Matches | Home Form |
| Cavalry FC | W–D–W–D–L | 2 wins in last 3 at home |
| Vancouver FC | L–L–D–L–L | Winless in last 5 away matches |
The first leg ended 1–1 at Willoughby Community Park, with goals from both sides in a tightly contested affair. Cavalry FC is unbeaten in their last 10 matches against Vancouver FC across all competitions. Vancouver FC has never defeated Cavalry FC in any competition.
Players to Watch
Cavalry FC
Ali Musse – Creative winger with 3 assists in his last 5 matches
Mikaël Cantave – Scored in the first leg; dynamic in transition
Marco Carducci – Veteran goalkeeper with multiple clean sheets in the CPL
Eryk Kobza – Anchors the midfield with strong ball-winning ability
Vancouver FC
Shaan Hundal – Leading scorer with 6 goals in all competitions
Callum Irving – Captain and goalkeeper; made 6 saves in the first leg
James Cameron – Promising young defender with strong aerial presence
Renan Garcia – Veteran midfielder who controls tempo and distribution
Tactical Breakdown
Cavalry FC: Known for their high press and fluid attacking transitions. Expect a 4-3-3 or 3-4-3 setup with emphasis on wide play and overlapping fullbacks.
Vancouver FC: Likely to sit deeper in a 4-2-3-1, looking to absorb pressure and counter through pace on the wings. Defensive discipline will be key.
Match Notes & Key Stats
Cavalry FC has never lost a Canadian Championship match at ATCO Field.
There is no away goals rule in the 2025 Canadian Championship. If tied on aggregate, the match will go directly to penalties. Vancouver FC has scored just 6 goals in their last 5 matches while conceding 12.
The winner advances to the semifinals and moves one step closer to the 2025 Voyageurs Cup and a spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup.
MATCH ODDS
Cavalry FC – 145 Draw + 260 Vancouver FC + 310
Over 2.5 – 110 Under 2.5 – 110
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, July 7, 2025
