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Tormenta FC Earns Crucial Point in Peach States Derby

June 3, 2023 - United Soccer League One (USL1)
South Georgia Tormenta FC News Release


South Georgia Tormenta FC on game night
South Georgia Tormenta FC on game night
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STATESBORO, Ga. - South Georgia Tormenta FC earned a 1-1 draw tonight in the latest edition of the Peach States Derby against Greenville Triumph SC. Kazaiah Sterling found his first goal of the season after converting a late penalty kick. With tonight's goal, Sterling leads the Peach States Derby in goals scored all-time with four goals scored.

The first half saw South Georgia apply pressure in every line, leading to several mistakes from the home side. Tormenta FC exploited the left side of the field with Jackson Khoury sending various crosses to the danger zone, playing freely throughout the left side. Despite not being able to convert, South Georgia was playing its best football.

TJ Bush returned to the starting lineup tonight and was able to make an immediate impact with two crucial saves; a shot from afar by the home side saw him dive to the top-right corner of his net to send the ball to the crossbar resulting in a corner kick for the Triumph SC. The corner kick was played directly toward goal, but Bush was able to get to the ball with confidence.

Tormenta FC's build-up play caused several issues throughout the game. In the first half, Mukwelle Akale had a shot on target, which the visiting keeper sent to a corner kick.

In the second half, Tormenta FC started off with several plays, however, Triumph SC was able to find the back of the net in the 73rd minute of the match.

Tormenta FC was granted a penalty after the opposing goalkeeper fouled Andrew Akindele in the penalty area. Sterling was able to get his first goal of the season after a strong penalty kick was converted.

Tormenta FC is now undefeated against Triumph SC in nine consecutive games.

Akoto and Akale were subbed out of the game due to injury. Both players will be evaluated in the coming days, and the club will continue to update on the players' health status.

Following Saturday's match, Tormenta FC receives the visit of Lexington SC, which will visit Tormenta Stadium for the first time in its club's history on Saturday, June 10, at 7:30 p.m. ET from Optim Sports Medicine Field at Tormenta Stadium.

For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (301-237-0539) or email epintor@tormentafc.com.

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