September 7, 2022 – United Soccer League One (USL1) – North Carolina FC News Release
CARY, NC – North Carolina FC will return to their home stadium to take on Central Valley Fuego FC for the third and final time during the regular season on Friday, September 9 at 7 p.m. ET. Friday’s match marks the celebration of Star Wars Night at WakeMed Soccer Park, with tickets available here. The contest will also be available to stream on ESPN+.
Last Time Out
North Carolina FC fell to Northern Colorado Hailstorm FC on the road last Saturday night, with forward Garrett McLaughlin adding his eleventh goal of the season during the match. The Hailstorm relied on a hat trick from Trevor Amann and a goal from Lachlan McLean to see through the 4-1 victory. NCFC return to action at home on Saturday, September 9, as the squad returns to WakeMed Soccer Park to take on Central Valley Fuego FC for the final time during the regular season.
Finally breaking through in the 83rd minute was none other than McLaughlin, as Anderson drew a foul and subsequent penalty kick in the Colorado box. The Oklahoma City native set a new career best in goals scored on the play, putting away his eleventh goal of the season and jumping into second place in the USL League One Golden Boot race. Unable to find the net for a second time despite several dangerous chances in the final minutes, the 4-1 scoreline held as the final whistle blew.
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Players to Watch
North Carolina FC – #9 Oalex Anderson
A spark plug in NCFC’s most recent match against Northern Colorado Hailstorm, Anderson drew a penalty kick to rid the Hailstorm of the shutout and created several scoring chances as a second half substitute. The striker’s quick footwork, ability to beat defenders, and speed on and off the ball combine to make Anderson one of NCFC’s best attacking players. With five goals on the season, the St. Vincent and the Grenadines international will look to add his name to the scoresheet for a sixth time as NCFC strives for three points in Saturday’s matchup against Central Valley Fuego.
Central Valley Fuego FC – #8 Victor Falck
Scoring a goal in Fuego’s thrilling 3-2 win over FC Tucson last Wednesday, Falck continues to impress in Central Valley’s midfield. The Swedish footballer has recorded 83.7% passing accuracy, 14 shots on target and 58.3% shooting accuracy through 21 matches played, tallying six goals on the season. As Central Valley aims to move up the table with a victory on Friday, Falck will…