Forge FC secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the Montreal Impact in the Canadian Championship on May 21, 2025, taking a crucial first-leg advantage. The lone goal of the match came midway through the second half when a Forge midfielder unleashed a powerful strike from outside the box that took a slight deflection and nestled in the corner. The match was a tightly contested affair, with Montreal enjoying spells of possession but struggling to break down a disciplined Forge defense. Forge's goalkeeper was called into action several times, making two key saves to preserve the clean sheet. The result puts Forge in a strong position heading into the second leg, though the narrow margin means the tie remains finely balanced. Both managers acknowledged the competitive nature of the match in post-game comments, with Montreal's coach vowing to overturn the deficit at home.