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Match Preview: Miami FC vs Birmingham Legion FC
April 19, 2024 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Miami FC News Release
Following a midweek Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup match for Miami, they are back at FIU Soccer Stadium to face Birmingham Legion FC. This will be the first matchup for the two this season. Miami will be looking to get back after their loss to Tampa and Birmingham will want to keep up their momentum after a draw at North Carolina.
Both times Miami and Birmingham played last season, Miami came out on top, winning 3-1 at home and 2-0 away.
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Miami comes into this match eager to come out with the three points. Allen Gavilanes remains a key player to be watched alongside Rocco Genzano and Luisinho, following performances against Tampa Bay and South Georgia.
Genzano put away the first goal for the home team on Thursday against Tampa Bay. The Italian had assisted a couple goals thus far, but this was his first ever goal in the USL Championship.
Luisinho also put on a performance during Miami's Open Cup game against South Georgia Tormenta FC, scoring a brace off balls from defender Daltyn Knutson and forward Frank Lopez.
Luisinho, alongside Allen Gavilanes, will be key to Miami's success against Birmingham Legion FC this Saturday.
Another important item to note is #16, Manuel Botta, is suspended for this match following a red card against the Rowdies.
Opponent: Birmingham Legion FC
Birmingham, who is currently sitting at 6th on the table, has had a 2-1-2 start to its season with seven points under its belt thus far.
The team comes to Miami off an Open Cup win where they beat USL League One's Chattanooga Red Wolves SC 4-2. All four Birmingham goals came from Stefano Pinho, who clinched the victory for the Alabama team in extra time. Pinho, who had not scored yet in the USL Championship season, made his mark during the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup and will be important to watch during Saturday's match.
#MIAvBHM Quick Facts
Date: 4/20/24
Kickoff: 7:00 P.M. EST
Venue: FIU Soccer Stadium
Watch: TV33 (Local), CBS News App (Local), Pluto TV (Local), ESPN+ (Nationwide), & YouTube (International)
Tickets: miamifc.com/tickets/
FIU Soccer Stadium parking will be at Parking Garage 3 and P10.
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