Hounds Fall to Columbus Crew SC, 3-0
March 2, 2020 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC News Release
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC fell to Columbus Crew SC, 3-0, this afternoon at Obetz Training Center.
Crew SC held a 1-0 lead at the half before tacking on two second-half tallies to close the match. Pittsburgh now holds a 2-2-3 record this preseason.
"We couldn't keep the ball, so we were just defending," assistant coach Dan Visser said. "We grew into the game a little bit and had some moments. There were some positives in the end. We have a longways to go, however."
Columbus struck first in the 37th minute, placing a shot into the bottom-left corner from inside the penalty area.
The MLS squad scored again in the 47th and 54th minutes, with each shot being taken from inside of the 18-yard box as well. In the 47th minute, the club freed up space before converting from the left side of the pitch. Columbus' final goal occurred after a series that saw multiple rebound opportunities.
Before Crew SC found the scoresheet, the Hounds had a couple opportunities of their own. Defender Ryan James played a cross just beyond the end line in the 24th minute. Three minutes later, Lukas Fernandes sent a cross across the goalmouth, but just missed connecting with Mark Forrest.
Riverhounds SC will close its preseason with a match against Toronto FC II at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 7 at Highmark Stadium. This match is free to attend for the public.
Riverhounds SC Lineups:
First Half: Tomas Gomez - Ryan James (Danny Griffin), Hunter Ashworth, Patrick Bunk-Anderson, Jordan Dover - Tony Walls, Kenardo Forbes, Robbie Mertz, Anthony Velarde - Lukas Fernandes (Dani Rovira), Mark Forrest
Second Half: Tomas Gomez (Danny Vitiello) - Dani Rovira, Hunter Ashworth (Skylar Thomas), Patrick Bunk-Anderson (Jerry Wiltshire), Jordan Dover (Xhelil Asani) - Tony Walls (Aydan Bowers), Kenardo Forbes, Robbie Mertz [Anthony Velarde (Osagi Bascome)], Anthony Velarde (Devin Boyce), Danny Griffin - Mark Forrest (Lukas Fernandes)
Scoring Summary:
CLB - 37'
CLB - 47'
CLB - 54'
United Soccer League Championship Stories from March 2, 2020
- Orange County SC Expands Business Staff for 2020 - Orange County SC
- Hounds Fall to Columbus Crew SC, 3-0 - Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC
- Francis Jacobs Excels with Glasgow Rangers U16 Academy Team in Alkass International Cup - Orange County SC
- Lights FC Announce Innovative Plans for 2020 Jerseys After Receiving Fan Design Submissions - Las Vegas Lights FC
- 1868 FC Unveils Promotion Schedule, Three-Game Pack and Single Game Tickets - Reno 1868 FC
- Boca Juniors Product Added to Independence - Charlotte Independence
- Lynn Family Stadium Job Fair: March 4 - Louisville City FC
- Thunder over Louisville Match Tickets on Sale Now - Louisville City FC
- Orange County SC Announces Regional Television and Spanish Language Radio Broadcast Partners - Orange County SC
- Supporters' Group Leads Player Dinner Initiative - Charlotte Independence
- A Letter to Fans - Hartford Athletic
- Independence Receive MLS Rookie from FC Cincinnati - Charlotte Independence
- El Paso Locomotive FC Adds Attacking Midfielder Dylan Mares - El Paso Locomotive FC
- Position Group Preview: Defenders - Tampa Bay Rowdies
- Jim Burda Named Hartford Athletic CEO - Hartford Athletic
- Red Star Athletic: Go Beyond the Brand - Hartford Athletic
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
