Preseason: Week 1 Preview
February 6, 2020 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC News Release
PITTSBURGH - Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC enters the first week of preseason action with 15 players under contract and an additional number invited on trial.
Preseason Tracker: Week 1
The Week Ahead
Pittsburgh will open preseason competition with two matches in the home confines of Highmark Stadium this weekend. The team will first play Duquesne University at 7 p.m. on Friday before battling Villanova University at 2 p.m. on Sunday.
All preseason games at Highmark Stadium are free to attend for the public.
In 2019, Duquesne University finished its season with an 8-8-1 record. The Dukes completed Atlantic 10 Conference play with a 3-5-0 mark.
Competing in the Big East Conference, Villanova University held a 9-8-1 overall record in 2019. The Wildcats posted a 2-6-1 record in conference action.
Season Tickets
Season tickets, flexbooks and mini plans are on sale for the 2020 season. Fans can purchase these packages by visiting riverhounds.com/tickets or by calling (412) 865-GOAL.
The Hounds will host their 2020 regular season home opener at 7 p.m. on March 21 at Highmark Stadium against Louisville City FC. Fans can purchase tickets at ticketmaster.com.
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