23 septembre 2023
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Cavalry FC will be the first club to lift the brand-new Canadian Premier League Shield, having mathematically clinched the 2023 regular season title on Saturday night. With their 1-0 win at York United FC on Saturday, Cavalry only needed Pacific FC to lose or draw against Forge FC later in the evening, which ended with the Hamilton side emerging 3-1 victors.So, with 49 points and just two matches left to play for every team, no other side in the CPL can catch them, meaning they’ve officially guaranteed themselves the title. After 26 games, Cavalry have a 14-7-5 record, having scored 41 goals and conceded 26. This is the second time they’ve topped the table over a full 28-game season, having done so in the CPL’s inaugural campaign in 2019, putting up a league-record 62 points combined across the Spring and Fall seasons that year.
The Calgary, Alta.-based club will claim the regular season crown from last season’s winners Atlético Ottawa, who were the first club to be officially recognized as regular season champions in the CPL. Cavalry will be awarded the CPL Shield on the final day of the regular season Saturday, Oct. 7 when they host Pacific FC at ATCO Field. ET, with a trophy ceremony to follow the match.Along with the silverware that’s now presented to clubs for regular season success, the CPL’s regular season champion will receive one of two places in the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup, where Cavalry will have a chance to test themselves against the region’s elite, including sides from Liga MX and Major League Soccer.
The Cavs are the 12th side to officially qualify for that 27-team tournament, joining the likes of Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami CF, Mexican giants Club América and Chivas Guadalajara, and Canadian Championship winners Vancouver Whitecaps FC.The CPL’s regular season title is of course a major achievement on its own after a full season of success, but it also gives Cavalry an advantage heading into the playoffs as they vie to win a second trophy this year. As the top seed, they’ll host the second-place team in their first playoff match at ATCO Field, with a chance to host the CPL Final two weeks later if they win.
Five stats that were key to Cavalry winning the regular season title
Scored first 21 times
Cavalry FC scored the opening goal in 21 of their 26 matches so far this season, a big reason why they have a league-leading 14 wins.
Just one loss at home
Spruce Meadows has always been a fortress for Cavalry, and this year has been no different as they have lost just once in Calgary this season while picking up a league-leading 27 home points.
41 goals scored
Cavalry have scored a league-leading 41 times this season, tied with Pacific FC. This is the most they have managed to score in a season since a stunning 51 tallies in their inaugural season.
Two first-half goals allowed
Cavalry have conceded just two first-half goals in their last 16 matches. They also lead the league in goals scored in the first half with 22, further evidence of how much they are able to start matches on the front foot.
Outstanding in possession
Cavalry FC on average lose possession just 123.6 times per match, which is the fewest among any club in the league this season. Not only are they one of the league’s top possession teams, but rarely turn the ball over once they have control.
Five players who played a crucial role in Cavalry’s CPL Shield title
Goalkeeper – Marco Carducci
One of the club’s original signings, two-time CPL Goalkeeper of the Year Marco Carducci has been among the league’s best once again this season. He has played every minute for the club this season, keeping seven clean sheets.
Defender – Daan Klomp
What was once a Defender of the Year-worthy campaign for Dan Klomp is quickly drifting into the Player of the Year conversation. He has been sensational both on the ball and without it, as one of the league leaders in successful passes (1,322, 3rd most in the league) while also making key defensive interventions. Klomp has also scored three goals and added an assist and is the only outfield player in the CPL to have played every minute this season.
Midfielder – Jesse Daley
The young Australian has joined Cavalry and, in his first CPL season, embedded himself as a key member of the club’s midfield. He leads the Cavs in assists (four – tied with Myer Bevan), interceptions (28) and tackles won (41).
Winger – Ali Musse
Cavalry FC’s biggest attacking differencemaker this season has undoubtedly been Ali Musse. He is among the league leaders in dribbles completed and chances created and has put up five goals and three assists this year.
Forward – Myer Bevan
For the first time since their inaugural season, Cavalry have a player who has scored double-digit goals in a season as the New Zealander has now managed ten, as well as four assists. Five of those have come from the penalty spot, but having a player who can consistently finish off their attacking movements has been crucial this season.
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