April 26, 2022 – United Soccer League One (USL1) – Forward Madison FC News Release
Forward Madison FC vs. Central Valley Fuego FC
Saturday, April 30th, 2022; 5:00 p.m. CT
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Location: Breese Stevens Field
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Forward Madison will welcome Central Valley Fuego FC to Breese Stevens Field this Saturday, April 30th! The fourth match of the USL League One season will kick off at 5:00 pm CT. The Flamingos matchup with Fuego will be the first ever matchup between the clubs!
In Forward Madison’s last match, the Flamingos notched a 1-1 draw against FC Tucson. Christian Enriquez scored the lone goal for Forward Madison as the team managed to draw in their second road match of the USL League One season. In Forward Madison’s Battle for Madison friendly against UW-Madison, Abdou Mbacke Thiam scored the equalizing goal to notch a 1-1 draw against the Badgers.
Central Valley Fuego FC is entering Saturday’s match after a rough 3-0 loss to Union Omaha. As for the road ahead, the Flamingos will take on Richmond Kickers on the road on Saturday, May 7th. Fuego will battle with Greenville Triumph at home on May 7th.
Coaches and USL League One 2022 Records
Forward Madison FC (0-0-3)
Head Coach: Matt Glaeser
Central Valley Fuego FC (1-1-1)
Head Coach: Martín Vásquez
Key Players to Watch:
Forward Madison:
Mikey Maldonado: The defender has been one of the most consistent Flamingos so far this season. Maldonado is maintaining a pass accuracy over 82% while having passed the ball 120 times! The San Antonio native will play a key role stopping Fuego’s attack as he is currently leading the team in blocks (2) and interceptions (6), while he’s second on the team in tackles (7).
Abdou Mbacke Thiam: The Senegalese forward has seen an important role attacking for Forward Madison. Thiam currently leads the Flamingos in shots (4) and has played the most minutes compared to any other striker. Coming off a big goal against UW Madison, FMFC has high…