Forward Madison Victorious over Chattanooga in Hart Park Return
Published on September 26, 2020 under United Soccer League One (USL1)
Forward Madison FC News Release
Forward Madison FC vs. Chattanooga Red Wolves SC
(Forward Madison FC, Credit: Justin Nuoffer, Forward Madison FC)
Forward Madison extended its undefeated home record on Saturday, beating Chattanooga Red 1-0 at Hart Park. Midfielder Michael Vang scored the game's only goal, striking in the 50th minute off a rebound.
The first half didn't hold much intrigue, but both teams still managed to generate chances in front of goal. Goalkeeper Chris Brady made three saves for the Flamingos, including a tidy double-stop in the 13th minute.
Forward Madison came close to scoring in the 22nd minute through Noah Fuson, who was making his first professional start. Fuson latched onto a backheel pass by Eric Leonard before forcing Red Wolves goalkeeper Alex Mangels into a sprawling stop.
After the break, the Flamingos came out looking sharper and eventually got their goal through Vang in the 50th minute. Paulo Junior kicked off the play with a cross into the box, which Wojciech Wojik headed into goalkeeper Mangels before Vang pounced on the loose ball to give FMFC the lead.
The Red Wolves continued to push the point throughout the half, though, notably forcing Jiro Barriga Toyama into a last-ditch tackle to prevent what looked like a certain equalizer.
With the win, Forward Madison jumps to fifth in the standings, just above FC Tucson thanks to a greater goal differential. The Flamingos are still four points outside of League One's second playoff spot.
Up next is a rematch of Wednesday's game against FC Tucson, where the Flamingos fell 2-1 in Arizona. This time, though, Forward will play hosts, with kickoff at Hart Park set for 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 3.
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 Forward Madison FC midfielder Adalfo Ovalle vs. Chattanooga Red Wolves SC (Justin Nuoffer, Forward Madison FC) |
 Forward Madison FC midfielder Michael Vang vs. Chattanooga Red Wolves SC (Justin Nuoffer, Forward Madison FC) |
 Forward Madison FC vs. Chattanooga Red Wolves SC (Justin Nuoffer, Forward Madison FC) |
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