HAMILTON, Ont. — September 5, 2026 — Forge FC and Inter Toronto FC played to a 1–1 draw Saturday night at Hamilton Stadium in the latest chapter of the 905 Derby. The result gives both sides a point in an important late-season Canadian Premier League matchup.
Match Summary
Inter Toronto struck first through T. Clarke, giving the visitors an early advantage.
Forge eventually found its equalizer when Hoce Massunda finished from close range, with Rezart Rama providing the cross. The goal brought the Hammers level and ensured they avoided defeat on home soil.
Neither side could find a winner in the closing stages, leaving the points shared.
905 Derby Battle
The match was another competitive meeting between the Southern Ontario rivals. Forge entered the contest near the top of the CPL table, while Inter Toronto was looking to climb from seventh place after a difficult stretch of results.
For Inter Toronto, the draw represents a valuable away point against one of the league’s strongest teams.
Forge, meanwhile, will view the result as two points dropped in its pursuit of the CPL Shield, particularly after entering the weekend just two points behind Cavalry FC.
Player of the Match: Hoce Massunda
Massunda provided Forge’s biggest moment with his equalizing goal and helped turn the momentum back toward the home side
Goals:
Inter Toronto — T. Clarke
Forge — Hoce Massunda
It was a hard-fought 1–1 draw that reflected the competitive nature of the 905 Derby. Inter Toronto showed resilience against a title-contending Forge side, while the Hammers had to settle for a single point despite playing at home.
For both clubs, the point could prove significant as the CPL playoff race enters its decisive stretch.
