Strikers Host RailHawks Saturday Night at Lockhart as Postseason Race Heats Up

Published on October 3, 2014 under North American Soccer League (NASL)
Fort Lauderdale Strikers News Release


Fort Lauderdale, Fla (October 3, 2014) - The Strikers are looking to continue their home dominance against the Carolina RailHawks on Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. at Lockhart Stadium as the Chase for The Championship heats up. Carolina, having played one game more than the Strikers, sit five points clear in the NASL Combined Standings, though the Strikers, unbeaten against Carolina at Lockhart, will attempt to seize upon an opportunity to close the gap.

The Strikers did not play Saturday, as inclement weather conditions postponed the much-anticipated Florida Derby clash against Tampa Bay Rowdies at Al Lang Stadium in St. Petersburg, Fla. The match has since been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 8th. Prior to that, the Strikers pulled off a vital 2-1 victory against Indy Eleven at Lockhart on September 20.

For Saturday's opponents, the Fall Season has been an uncharacteristic one. Historically formidable at home but weak on the road, the RailHawks lost their incredible 23-match home unbeaten streak in NASL and U.S. Open Cup play, while finding form on the road. Carolina has lost four times in seven home matches this Fall, while claiming full points in New York, Tampa Bay, and Indianapolis to occupy third in the Fall Season and fourth in the Combined Standings.

"As I have stated before, all of our remaining matches are vital," said Strikers Head Coach G-nter Kronsteiner. "This match against Carolina, along with our upcoming games at Tampa and at Carolina, are the most important ones. If we want to capture the final spot in the Championship, we must win these games. Our team will be ready for a big challenge on Saturday night against a team that also recognizes the importance of this game. It should be an intense fight to the finish."

The Fort Lauderdale Strikers will recognize Breast Cancer Awareness month at this weekend's match against the Carolina Railhawks. The team has partnered with Susan G. Komen and will donate $5 of every ticket purchased online using the promotion code KOMEN back to Susan G. Komen. The team will also recognize a group of breast cancer survivors during half-time of the match.

The game will be streamed online through NASLLive.com. Fans can subscribe to the service to watch every game in the Fall season. You can also follow the action on Twitter at @FTLStrikers. Use the official hashtag of the match #FTLvCAR, or mention us in a tweet to interact with the Strikers and share your thoughts before, during, and after the match.

Up next

The Strikers start a three-match road trip on Wednesday, October 8th at Al Lang Stadium against Tampa Bay Rowdies before traveling to face the Atlanta Silverbacks on October 11th and the Carolina RailHawks on October 18th.

The Striker next home contest is on Saturday, October 25th against FC Edmonton. Tickets to Strikers home games start at $12 in advance and can be purchased on www.Strikers.com/tickets or by calling 954-606-0400.

Series history (W-T-L)

All-time (14 meetings): 5-3-6 (19 GF/ 27 GA; -8 GD)

at home (6 meetings): 5-1-0 (8 GF/ 3 GA; +5)

Team news

Suspended: None

Injured: None

2014 Stat leaders

Goals: Fafà Picault (9)

Assists: Iván Guerrero, Darnell King (3)

Share: Facebook | Twitter/X | LinkedIn | Reddit | Email



North American Soccer League Stories from October 3, 2014


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.

OurSports Central