Aztex Face Off Against Miami FC For The First Time This Season

May 24, 2010 - U.S. Soccer Federation D-2 (USSF D-2)
Austin Aztex News Release


On Wednesday in Miami, the Austin Aztex take on the Miami FC Blues for the first time this season. This is the Aztex first match since drawing with the Tampa Bay Rowdies, 3-3, last Wednesday.

The match kicks-off at 6:30 p.m. (CST) at Lockhart Stadium in Miami, Fla. Lockhart Stadium is recognized as the oldest soccer specific stadium in North America and still stands after 51 years of existence.

Miami FC is coming off of their first win of the season. The Blues won 1-0 against NSC Minnesota this past Saturday and currently hold a record of 1-0-5.

Meanwhile, the Aztex are coming off one of their most physical games of the year and are seeking to extend their unbeaten streak to six games. The Aztex boast the best record in the league thus far and are looking to add to their 14 point total in the league standings.

This game pairs the prolific offense of the Aztex versus the stout defense of Miami FC.

The Blues field the third best defense in the league, having only given up four goals on the season. However, their offense has managed to score only five goals this season, 10th best in the league and ahead of only Montreal and St. Louis in total goals scored.

Offense is something the Aztex have plenty of, averaging two goals a game. The attack is led by forward Eddie Johnson, who leads the Aztex with five goals this season.

Wednesday's 6:30 p.m. match can be seen live on www.austinaztex.com or on www.miamifc.com.

Game Notes:

Series Matchup Miami FC leads the series 2-1 dating back to last season. The Aztex only win came last season at home when they defeated Miami FC 1-0 at Nelson Field.

Tops in the League The Aztex have scored a league leading 14 goals this season. This gives the Aztex a two goal per game average.

Getting Offensive Austin ranks in the top three in every offensive category in the league (goals scored, corner kicks and shots).

Going Forward Leonard Griffin of the Aztex is the only defender in the league with two or more assists this season.

Ironmen There are five Aztex who have played every minute this season. Miguel Gallardo, Jay Needham, Leonard Griffin, Lawrence Olum and Yordany Alvarez have all played the full 630 minutes thus far for the Aztex.

No Jet Lag Austin is unbeaten and feeling confident going on the road as they hold a 2-0-1 record on the road this season.

Injury Update The Aztex will be without Sullivan Silva (knee) and Kieron Bernard (hamstring) when they take on Miami FC. Bernard hurt his hamstring on the road against AC St. Louis and has not played since. Both players hope to return in time for the Aztex next home match against the Puerto Rico Islanders.

What's Next? Austin follows Wednesday's match with a trip to Baltimore to take on Crystal Palace Baltimore on May 29. The next home game for the Aztex is June 5 against the Puerto Rico Islanders.



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