| Forge wins | Draw | Atletico Ottawa wins |
|---|---|---|
| 2.36 | 3.28 | 2.625 |
Event Details
- Date and Time: Sunday, August 17, 2025, 4 PM EDT
- Venue: Hamilton Stadium, Hamilton, Canada
- Competition: Canadian Premier League
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Forge FC vs Atletico Ottawa | Sunday, August 17, 2025, 4 PM EDT |
| Forge FC odds | +111 |
| Atletico Ottawa odds | +195 |
| Draw | +226 |
| Over 2 | -270 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Forge FC vs Atletico Ottawa Preview and Team News
Forge FC Team News
Forge have been in a good vein of form, winning four of their last five matches. In their most recent 2-2 draw with the Vancouver Whitecaps in the semifinals of the Canadian Championship, the Hammers played in their usual 4-2-3-1 formation and gave little room for their opponents to wedge their way into the game.
It was only after the team conceded two late goals that they had to settle for a draw; they looked like winning it for a long time before that happened. The roles of captain Bekker and Hojabrpour in midfield have often been overlooked for those of the more fashionable Wright and Ampomah in attack, but the former have been critical in building chances for Forge.
BEHIND THE SCENES 🎥
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— OneSoccer (@onesoccer) August 14, 2025
The midfield duo have acted as reliable shields in front of their central defenders while also playing the role of conduits in passing the ball fluidly. If league leaders Forge can maintain their passing accuracy in the upcoming fixture, they’ll be hard to beat. The squad have no significant injury concerns ahead of the clash.
Forge FC predicted lineup vs Atletico Ottawa (4-2-3-1): Koleilat; Jevremovic, Achinioti-Jonsson, Nimick, Rama; Hojabrpour, Bekker; Choiniere, Borges, Ampomah; Wright.
Atletico Ottawa Team News
Atletico Ottawa, who often led the Canadian Championship table this season before having to settle for the second spot, boast a fearsome attacking unit that takes no prisoners.
They’ve won three of their last five matches, drawing one and losing one. In their most recent outing, a 1-3 loss to Vancouver FC (not to be confused with the Vancouver Whitecaps), Ottleti presented a problem of contrasts.
They held 72% possession and took a whopping 16 shots in total, but failed to challenge the target more than four times. It was a big disappointment for Ottawa to lose a game they had so thoroughly dominated. In the upcoming encounter against Forge, fans will expect them to be more clinical in the final third.
⏱️ 90′ Down, but far from out. Leg 2 at TD Place — where the comeback begins.
🦅 3-1 🔴⚪️#ForOttawa | #PourOttawa pic.twitter.com/dke6c1gVlm
— Atlético Ottawa (@atletiOttawa) August 14, 2025
Against VFC, Ottawa’s passing accuracy stood at an extremely impressive 91%, but 358 out of their 674 passes were made inside their own half. Still, manager Diego Campo should be pleased that his wards made 30 touches inside the opposition’s box.
Ottawa, like their opponents, have no key absentees due to injuries.
Atletico Ottawa predicted lineup vs Forge FC (3-4-3): Ingham; Cloutier, Abatneh, Kozlovskiy; Antinoro, Sissoko, Zapater, Santos; Rodríguez, Salter, Tabla.
Forge FC vs Atletico Ottawa Prediction
- Pick: Forge FC to win or draw
- Odds: -357 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Forge FC 2-2 Atletico Ottawa
With this being a clash between the league’s two top sides, it’s hard to call a clear favorite. Forge might have a slight upper hand, and we expect them to either win or draw.
Their elaborate build-up play could work to their advantage and strengthen the defeatist mindset that may have crept into Ottawa’s ranks after their recent loss to Vancouver FC.
The Hammers excel with their cross-field passes and lobbed balls, and they’ll need that aspect of their game on full display if they want to take all three points. However, Ottleti are known to hit back on the counter, so the hosts have to be sharp enough to read the room and ensure such passes don’t get intercepted.
Forge FC vs Atletico Ottawa Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Both teams to score
- Odds: -152 (20Bet)
With two top clubs involved in the fixture, it’s hard to imagine anything other than both of them getting onto the scoresheet. Forge have Ampomah and Wright as the primary threats up front. This duo can trouble any opponent with their wily runs, one-on-one play, and clever passing on the overlap.
Ottawa, on the other hand, rely heavily on the services of Salter, Rodriguez, and Tabla, who lead the line in front of their heavily fortified midfield. These players are known for their accuracy and incisive nature in the opposition’s box. We expect quite a few goals coming from both sides in this high-octane encounter.
Forge FC vs Atletico Ottawa Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
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- OneSoccer (Canada)
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