Season 2 episode 11 of Behind the Beard! In this episode, Coach Bobby and Mackenzie recap the last two matches against TFC and Pacific, highlighting Kwasi Poku's impact in the number 9 role and discussing expectations for Cavalry. Additionally, Coach Bobby reveals a pre-game ritual he performs at home games that never fails to make Mackenzie laugh.

Key Takeaways

• Coach Bobby believes they had several opportunities to secure a 3-0 victory against TFC, but have to settle for a 2-1 win after a suspicious foul & a few missed scoring opportunities. 
• The second leg of the Canadian Championship semi-final won't be until late August.
• Apart from the first 10-15 minutes against Toronto FC, Malik excelled in the left-back position, filling in for Daniel Parra.
• The coaching staff employs various methods to communicate tactical adjustments during matches, including passing notes on the pitch.
• Every team needs a difference-maker, and for Forge FC, Kwasi Poku is currently that player, “oozing with confidence” and shooting without hesitation.
• The last time Forge played Cavalry, they lost 1-0. Coach Bobby prefers to forget that match and "burn the film." He emphasizes the need to maintain their current form and secure a win on Sunday to improve their position in the CPL standings.

Chapters

0:00 Speaking Greek! 

1:30 Match day +2!

3:43 TFC game review

6:30 Malik’s performance at left back

9:30 Fan questions!

11:25 Defeating Pacific following a midweek victory

13:30 Avoiding kids before the game...

14:50 Kwasi Poku as a difference maker

17:30 "Burn the tapes" and look forward!

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