Strikers Take on Minnesota United FC in Final Road Game
Published on October 24, 2013 under North American Soccer League (NASL)
Fort Lauderdale Strikers News Release
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (October 24, 2013) - The Strikers (5-2-5, 17 pts) head to the land of 10,000 lakes to take on Minnesota United FC (4-2-6, 14 pts) this Saturday, October 26th at 7:00 pm at the National Sports Center Stadium in Blaine, MN.
The Strikers scored a regular-season, franchise record six goals, defeating the 2013 Spring Champions Atlanta Silverbacks by a final score of 6-2 at Lockhart Stadium. Iván Guerrero received NASL Player of the Week honors after notching 4 assists in the victory. The recipients of those assists, Martin Nuñez, Yaikel Pérez and Bradlee Baladez, all were named to the NASL team of the Week for their performances. Nuñez scored his team leading 5th goal, and Pérez and Baladez scored two goals each.
In the last match against Minnesota United FC, the Strikers dropped a 3-1 decision at historic Lockhart Stadium. Despite creating a number of scoring chances in the second half, the Strikers fell on goals by Max Griffin and Pablo Campos, and an own-goal by defender Rafael Alves.
"It's not going to be an easy game for us," said Strikers head coach G-nter Kronsteiner. "We're going into their home and it's going to be very cold during the game. But our guys have a lot of confidence right now from the last game, and they want to end the season on a good note. As long as we continue working hard during practice and for the whole game, we have a good chance."
Minnesota United FC are coming off three consecutive losses and will be looking to end their final game at NSC Stadium on a positive note. Minnesota are led by Pablo Campos and Simone Bracalello who have combined for 16 goals and nine assists, accounting for 50% of the team's 2013 offensive output.
MATCH FACTS:
FTL is 4W-4T-5L against Minnesota United FC since 2011
FTL is 1W-0T-2L in their last three matches at NCS Stadium
FTL is 2W-1T-3L on the road for the 2013 Fall Season
Iván Guerrero leads FTL with 6 assists
Martin Nuñez has scored a goal in the last three matches
Martin Nuñez leads FTL with 5 goals
Darnell King leads FTL in minutes played with 2014 and is the only Strikers player to appear in every game this year
NEXT UP:
The team will close out the 2013 Fall Season at home when they take on FC Edmonton during Fan Appreciation Night on November 2nd, at 7:30 pm at Lockhart Stadium.
Season Tickets for the 2014 Season are on sale, with big discounts if purchased before November 2nd. Call 954-606-0400 to purchase season tickets.
Tickets for all upcoming home games are available for purchase online at www.strikers.com, or by calling 954-606-0400. Call or visit www.strikers.com for more information. Follow the Strikers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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