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FC Edmonton's VanOekel, Watson Named as Finalists for NASL Golden Ball

October 19, 2016 - North American Soccer League (NASL)
FC Edmonton News Release


FC Edmonton's standout season continues to garner attention, with goalkeeper Matt VanOekel and captain Albert Watson announced Tuesday as North American Soccer League (NASL) Golden Ball (MVP) candidates. Fans can help decide on the winner by casting their vote HERE.

Matt VanOekel

VanOekel's last match versus Tampa Bay Rowdies earned him his 15th clean sheet of the 2016 season and set a modern-era NASL record for shutouts in a season. The six-foot-four 'keeper has been lights out in his second year in Edmonton and a major factor in what is arguably the Eddies' most successful season to date.

Position: Goalkeeper

Games Played: 28

Minutes Played: 2,520

Saves: 92

Save Percentage: 85.19

GAA: 0.57

Clean Sheets: 15

Player of the Month: 1

Player of the Week: 2

Team of the Week: 7

Albert Watson

Eddies captain Albert Watson has led his team's defence throughout the season. Through 30 regular season matches, the Eddies' back line has conceded a league-low 20 goals against. Currently in his fourth year in Edmonton, Watson has collected 2,370 minutes while chipping in a pair of goals during that stretch.

Position: Defender

Games Played: 27

Minutes Played: 2,370

Duels Won: 104

Clearances: 109

Interceptions: 74

Blocks: 21

Clean Sheets: 14

Goals: 2

Team of the Week: 4

Three Eddies (Pape Diakite, Ben Fisk, Shamit Shome) are also up for NASL Young Player Of The Year, while Colin Miller is nominated for NASL Coach Of The Year.

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