Forward Madison FC Falls on the Road in North Carolina
September 23, 2023 - United Soccer League One (USL1)
Forward Madison FC News Release
Forward Madison FC traveled to North Carolina to face Charlotte Independence on Saturday, September 23rd. With four matches left in the 2023 regular season, the 'Mingos entered this match two points behind Charlotte in the USL League One standings. Fans flocked to the Forward Club for the Watch Party, presented by White Claw Seltzer, and the match kicked off just after 4pm CT.
The beginning of the first half was controlled by the Flamingos. The visiting squad possessed through the middle, moving the ball around from side to side, but struggled to find the finishing pass in the final third. In the 35th minute, Forward Madison striker Francis Jno-Baptise found an opening lane behind Charlotte's backline and was one-on-one with the keeper. However, Charlotte goalkeeper Austin Pack made a diving save to keep the scoreline at zeros. Charlotte gained momentum and started putting pressure on Forward Madison's defense. In the first minute of stoppage time, Charlotte player, Khori Bennet, blocked an FMFC clearance, which floated over goalkeeper Bernd Schipmann and put the home team up 1-0 minutes before the end of the half.
Forward Madison made a few substitutions at the start of the half, bringing new offensive energy. However, Charlotte's defense remained compact, keeping the 'Mingos scoreless. In the 62nd minute, Charlotte quickly countered an offensive-minded Forward Madison, putting numbers in the box for an easy cross-and-finish for midfielder Omar Ciss. Charlotte doubled their lead to 2-0. FMFC continued to knock on the door, looking to add to the scoreline. Midfielders Nazeem Bartman and Jayden Onen had a few dangerous opportunities on goal, but the score ended 2-0, Charlotte.
Next up, Forward Madison FC returns to Breese Stevens Field to play Lexington SC for the second-to-last home match of the season. The club is celebrating Latino Heritage Month and will have Mexican soccer legend, Carlos Salcido, in attendance.
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