August 18, 2022 – United Soccer League One (USL1) – FC Tucson News Release
SEVERANCE, Colo. – Louis Perez had a goal and an assist and Franco Perez notched his first goal of the season as FC Tucson broke back into the win column with a 2-1 victory over Northern Colorado Hailstrom Wednesday evening at Severance High School.
Louis Perez recorded his third goal of the season with the eventual game-winner in the 70th minute with a perfectly placed shot that froze the Northern Colorado goalkeeper.
Louis Perez also assisted in the 14th minute on Franco Perez’s opening goal. It was Louis’ team-leading sixth assist of the season and the first goal for the Argentinian striker.
Northern Colorado (6-8-8, 26 points) got one back in the 80th minute, but the FC Tucson defense held fast despite being outshot 18-6.
The win improved FC Tucson to 4-10-4 (16 points).
QUOTES
“I’m relieve. It’s always going to be difficult in this league. I wanted it for the boys. They deserve joy; they fought hard.” – FC Tucson Head Coach Jon Pearlman
“Franco and Louis were brought here to deliver in big moments and they delivered tonight.” – Pearlman
“It’s not easy on the road. The most imporantant part was we didn’t give up a lot of dangerous opportunities. I really thought it was a gritty perfortmance and we really needed it to get back in the fight. I’m really pleased for the boys and the staff. The fans deserved some light here. We held strong and got the three points they deserved.” – Pearlman
FC Tucson will return to celebrate Tucson’s birthday on Saturday, Aug. 20, against Greenville Triumph SC (BUY TICKETS) with post-match fireworks.
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