Cavalry FC continues its impressive unbeaten run in the 2026 Canadian Premier League season after a convincing 2-0 victory over Vancouver FC on Sunday. The Calgary-based side improved to 4-0-2 in league play, showcasing resilience and defensive solidity at The Stadium at Langley Events Centre in Langley, British Columbia.
Match Highlights
Forward Tobias Warschewski opened the scoring in the 70th minute, capitalizing on a through ball from Goteh Ntignee to beat Vancouver goalkeeper Callum Irving with a precise strike inside the near post. This goal moved Warschewski into a tie for the league lead with three goals this season.
Defender Levi Laing sealed the victory deep into injury time, pouncing on a loose ball after a scramble in the box and slotting home into an empty net. It was a rare attacking opportunity for Laing, who made the most of his chance to contribute offensively.
Defensive Dominance
Goalkeeper Nathan Ingham recorded his third clean sheet of the campaign, anchoring a backline that has been a cornerstone of Cavalry's success. Ingham praised the team's defensive effort, stating, "The clean sheet and the win are massive. The season is going to go down to the last day, and we need to keep pace with Hamilton in front of us."
Head coach Tommy Wheeldon Jr. acknowledged that Vancouver controlled much of the first half but emphasized his team's ability to withstand pressure. "I thought Vancouver were the better side in the first half," Wheeldon said. "But we don't break because we're so solid defensively. It was only a matter of time before our front four started scoring."
Discipline and Tactics
The match was a spirited affair, featuring six yellow cards as both teams battled fiercely for control. Wheeldon noted the importance of respecting the opponent, especially after last season's penalty shootout loss to Vancouver in the Canadian Championship. "We could be accused of taking them for granted last year," he added. "We talked about that with the players."
Standings and Next Match
The victory lifts Cavalry to 14 points, placing them second in the CPL table. Only Forge FC, with 16 points from a 5-1 record, sits above them. Cavalry returns to home action next Sunday against Pacific FC at ATCO Field, with kickoff scheduled for 3 p.m. on OneSoccer.
