Back with another edition of Forge Daily! As it is match day -1, Mackenzie covers two key matches: last weekend's 2-0 win against Pacific FC and the upcoming clash with Cavalry FC on Saturday. Mackenzie Barwell also catches up with players recognized in the CPL Team of the Week: Noah Jensen, Chris Kalongo, and Dom Samuel.

Key Takeaways:

• Standings Update: Forge FC holds the top spot with 38 points, while Cavalry FC trails by four points in 3rd place. Atletico Ottawa and York United round out the top four.
• Team Confidence: Chris Kalongo and Dom Samuel share how the team plans to maintain 1st place and their approach after the Pacific FC win.
• Noah Jensen: Discusses the significance of the Cavalry match, home-field advantage, and his goal song "Cotton Eye Joe."
• Cavalry’s Form: With four wins and one draw in their last five matches, Cavalry is on a hot streak, and Mackenzie breaks down their recent performances, key injuries, and attacking threats.

Chapters:

0:00 Current Standings & Pacific Win!

3:00 Individual Performances & CPL nods

4:30 Refocusing on Regular Season

5:15 Cavalry Preview!

8:00 Noah Jensens Captain Experience & Goal Song

10:00 Chris Kalongo isn’t actually chatty..

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