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Undefeated Union Omaha Soars to Second Place After Beating Orlando City B

September 7, 2020 - United Soccer League One (USL1)
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Union Omaha battle Orlando City B
Union Omaha battle Orlando City B
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PAPILLION, Neb. - Evan Conway's header was the only goal of the match in front of a sold-out crowd at Werner Park on a hot summer night. Midfielder Devin Boyce placed the ball perfectly for a leaping Conway to power into the net.

"Offensively, we're starting to click and [it was] a great ball from Devin" said Conway. Devin Boyce has proven to be a crucial player in keeping the team's undefeated momentum. "[Boyce] just goes and goes like the energizer bunny," said Coach Jay Mims. "I love that kid. He's a competitor."

The team had a strong start with offense that led the pace of the match with five goals in the first ten minutes of the match. "I think the first half was probably the best half of soccer we've played all year," said Coach Jay Mims. "The game was going one direction."

The Union Omaha fans brought the energy, which created a fun atmosphere and played a huge part in keeping the winning streak alive. "The crowd was great tonight," said Mims.

"Every time I come out here the fans are great - they're yelling and that's awesome," Conway said.

With some setbacks last week and goalkeeper Rashid Nuhu missing a game, he had to quickly bounce back giving up only 5 goals this season with big saves this match leading into the 62 minute. "He kept that killer confidence," said Mims.

Elma Nfor got the crowd excited, sending two bicycle kicks toward goal in the first half. Ethan Vanacore-Decker and Damiá Viader received yellow cards, with the latter helping keep the ball away from the goal multiple times. The game was exceedingly physical, with both the Union Omaha attack and defense working hard to earn the three points over Orlando City B. Their effective teamwork and communication was on full display.

"We have good talent, and we click well as a team - everyone's got each other's backs," said Conway.

Key Moments

15' Rashid Nuhu (OMA) dives to save a strong shot on goal by Moises Tablante (ORL).

17' Devin Boyce blocks a shot by Jose Quintero ( ORL). Boyce was out of the game temporarily due to injury, but returned shortly after.

28' Juan Pablo Monticelli (ORL) receives a yellow card.

35' Ethan Vanacore-Decker (OMA) receives a yellow card.

43' Devin Boyce (OMA) plays a fantastic cross to set up an Evan Conway header - the first goal of the match.

49' Mason Lamb (ORL) receives a yellow card.

65' Rashid Nuhu (OMA) saves a close, direct shot on goal from Wilfredo Rivera (ORL).

81' Damiá Viader (OMA) receives a yellow card.

92' Jonathan Rosales (ORL) receives yellow card.

Game Notes

A fourth-consecutive sellout at Werner Park. The Owls partnered with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - each fan waved glow sticks at the 32nd minute of the half with a moment of silence to spread awareness and commemorate the cause.

Evan Conway, who also scored the first goal in the club's history, took home the Man of the Match award after heading in the only goal of tonight's match.

The crowd of 2,400 fans witnessed an aggressive match, with spirited attacking and defending by both teams.

A total of five yellow cards were given out during the match - three during the first half and two during the second half.Orlando City B received three, while Union Omaha received two.

The Owls made a powerful start to the first half, putting five shots on goal in the first ten minutes of the game.

Orlando City B followed with a strong start to the second half, recording five shots in the first 20 minutes of the half. Three of those shots were taken by #67 Moises Tablante, with two taken by #62 Wilfredo Rivera. Both helped lead the team with an aggressive offense.

Elma Nfor had some tricks up his sleeve, sending two bicycle kicks toward goal in the first half. He followed up with a powerful header just over the crossbar in the second half.

Union's victory over Orlando City B moves the Owls up to second place in the table, with 15 points gained so far this season.

Next Game:

Union Omaha takes on Tormenta FC in Statesboro, Georgia next Friday, Sept. 11. The match will kick off at 7 p.m. CT.

Union Omaha vs. Orlando City B

September 6, 2020

Werner Park (Omaha, NE)

Game Time 90' + 6:13

Goals by Half 1 0 F

Union Omaha 1 0 1

Orlando City B 0 0 0

Scoring Summary:

OMA: Evan Conway (Devin Boyce) 43'

Misconduct Summary:

ORL: 28' Juan Pablo Monticelli 28'

OMA: Ethan Vanacore-Decker 35'

ORL: Mason Lamb 49'

OMA: Damiá Viader 81'

ORL: Jonathan Rosales 92'

Lineups

ORL: (Head Coach - Neveleff, Marcelo)

31 GK Stajduhar, 64 D Rosales, 55 D Monticelli (c) , 47 D Carabali, 68 D Williams, 34 M DeZart, 59 M Quintero, 33 M Bender, 67 F Tablante, 62 F Rivera (Rosario 83'), 54 F Lamb (Ozeri 76')

Substitutes: 61 GK Aviza, 66 F Tanaka, 57 M Ozeri, 46 Amer, 65 D Rosario

OMA: (Head Coach - Mims, Jay)

24 GK Nuhu, 2 D Hauswirth, 16 D Crull, 28 D Osumanu, 3 D Viader, 11 M Conway, 6 M David, 10 M Contreras (c) , 20 M Boyce, 15 F Nfor, 7 F Decker

Subs: 21 GK Howard, 4 D Aune, 25 D Sousa, 17 M Scearce, 14 M Molina, 22 F Mare, 18 F Ibisevic

All statistics contained in this box score are unofficial.

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