Azaad Liadi scores twice in the first half as Greenville battles to a road draw in California
LANCASTER, Calif. (October 10, 2026) – Greenville Triumph SC earned a point on the road Saturday night, drawing 2-2 with AV ALTA FC at Lancaster Municipal Stadium. Azaad Liadi scored twice in the first half to give Greenville an early two-goal advantage, but the hosts rallied to level the match in the second half.
The Triumph struck early, with Liadi opening the scoring in the fourth minute. Muba Nour provided the assist, setting up Liadi to put Greenville ahead 1-0 just minutes into the match.
Greenville doubled its lead in the 36th minute as Liadi found the back of the net for his second goal of the night. The brace gave the Triumph a 2-0 advantage and put the visitors in a strong position heading into the final minutes of the first half.
AV ALTA responded just before halftime. Cesar Bahena Jr. scored in the 45th minute to cut Greenville’s lead to 2-1 heading into the break.
The hosts continued their push in the second half and found the equalizer in the 58th minute. Bahena Jr. assisted Adam Aoumaich, who scored to bring the match level at 2-2.
Both sides continued to battle for a go-ahead goal, but neither could find a breakthrough in the closing stages. Goalkeeper Seth Torman made several important saves throughout the match to help Greenville earn a point on the road.
The Triumph held on for the draw, with Liadi’s first-half brace providing Greenville’s goals on the night.
Greenville will return home to GE Vernova Park on Wednesday, October 14, to face Spokane Velocity FC. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.
