Smith's Rhode Island FC Hold San Antonio in Thrilling Goalless Draw
Head Coach Khano Smith witnessed his Rhode Island FC side battle their way to a hard-fought 0-0 draw against San Antonio FC in a captivating Eastern Conference clash in the USL Championship. The Centreville Bank Stadium was packed to the rafters with a sold-out crowd of 10,700 passionate fans who were treated to an intense and evenly contested encounter. Despite numerous chances at both ends, neither team could find the breakthrough, resulting in a valuable point for Smith's Rhode Island FC against a strong San Antonio outfit.
Christopher's Fort Lauderdale Stumble in Playoff Chase
Meanwhile, it was a disappointing outing for Nia Christopher and her Fort Lauderdale United FC teammates as they fell to a 4-1 defeat against Brooklyn Football Club W at Beyond Bancard Field. This pivotal USL Super League battle carries significant playoff implications for Christopher's side.
The loss extends Fort Lauderdale's winless streak to six matches, a concerning run of form as the inaugural USL Super League season approaches its climax. The result sees them slip to sixth place in the league standings. With just four crucial matches remaining, their upcoming fixture against Lexington SC on May 16th could prove to be a defining moment in Fort Lauderdale's push to secure a playoff berth. They will need to find a way to reverse their recent fortunes if they are to compete in the post-season.
|
