FC Cincinnati 2 (0-2-0) will face Chicago Fire FC II (1-1-0 ) at NKU Soccer Stadium this Sunday, looking to secure their first win of the season.
Chicago Fire FC II got their first win of the season against Toronto FC II on March 13. Then they signed 15-year-old midfielder Brody Williams on March 20th. The Fire II may have more of an edge, but FCC 2 is ambitious for a win.
FCC 2 has been down on its luck lately. They haven’t found their rhythm, and don’t even have a goal this season. But this could be the spark FCC 2 needs to fight the Chicago Fire FC II. FCC 2 is hungry and a win on Sunday could satiate that hunger.
Series History
The past three meetings between these teams have held FCC 2 to a 1-3-4 record, with FCC 2 winning two games in penalty kicks. The most notable performance in these past three matchups is a stellar 5-0 victory at home, where FCC 2 dominated in almost every matchday stat, including red cards, with midfielder Amir Daley receiving the only red card given in the 83rd minute.
With this recent history, FCC 2 may be feeling confident, but it’s a matter of winning in regulation. The home-field advantage may make this a bit easier for the Orange and Blue.
Players to watch
Chicago Fire FC II
Trip Fleming (Midfielder):
Leading The Fire II with two goals and 180 minutes in two games, Fleming, who signed with the club in February of this year, is already making a name for himself. Fleming scored his first goal of his MLS Next Pro career in the team’s shutout against Toronto FC II in the 81st minute. Fleming also scored the lone goal in the season-opening loss against Huntsville City FC.
FC Cincinnati 2
Paul Walters (Goalkeeper):
Walters may only have one job, some may say, but saving four out of five shots on goal is an impressive stat for a team that’s yet to score a goal this season. FCC 2 is going to have to step it up on offense, or it will be a long season for the goalkeeper.
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