Tormenta FC Obtains Commanding 5-1 Victory at Lexington SC
July 3, 2023 - United Soccer League One (USL1)
South Georgia Tormenta FC News Release
South Georgia Tormenta FC on game night
(South Georgia Tormenta FC)
LEXINGTON, Ky. - South Georgia Tormenta FC secured a dominant 5-1 win on the road against Lexington SC, securing its first win in six games. The goals were scored by Tobias Otieno, Deshawon Nembhard, Kazaiah Sterling and Matheus Cassini as well as an own goal scored by Lexington. Notably, South Georgia had struggled to convert set piece opportunities all season, but tonight proved different as the team capitalized on three set piece plays.
Arriving with a fully fit squad, including the return of Matheus Cassini after a lengthy absence due to a broken clavicle, South Georgia wasted no time scoring its first goal of the night just four minutes into the game, following a lightning delay. An indirect free kick found its way to Otieno, who placed the shot to the bottom of the net, leaving the goalkeeper motionless and unable to prevent the opening goal.
Approaching the half-hour mark, a well-executed corner kick from Adjei met the head of Nembhard present in the area, resulting in a powerful flying header that found the back of the net.
Three minutes into the second half, Sterling increased the team's lead. A strong recovery in the midfield allowed Adjei to regain possession and deliver a precise through ball to Sterling. This pass became Adjei's second assist of the night, as Sterling skillfully finessed the ball into the bottom corner, further cementing South Georgia's goal lead.
An own goal by Lexington, originating from a corner kick delivered by South Georgia, extended Tormenta FC's lead, securing its fourth goal of the night.
Lexington managed to find the correct side of the net in the 74th minute, grabbing a consolation goal.
In the final minutes of the match, South Georgia added a fifth and final goal, scored by Cassini who had subbed in minutes prior. Cassini initiated a swift counterattack with a chipped ball to Jackson Khoury. A long run ensued, followed by a pass to Cassini. The Brazilian midfielder struck the ball first-time, evading the goalkeeper to secure his second goal of the season.
Tonight's victory stands as the highest-goal margin in Tormenta FC's professional history, signaling a remarkable achievement for the squad.
Following Sunday's match, Tormenta FC will host the Chattanooga Red Wolves SC from Optim Sports Medicine Field at Tormenta Stadium on July 15 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
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