Greenville, SC – The Greenville Triumph returns to the road for a matchup in N.C. against Charlotte Independence at 7:00 PM ET, hoping to continue its seven-game unbeaten streak.
HOW TO FOLLOW
Kickoff: 7:00 PM ET, American Legion Memorial Stadium, Charlotte, NC
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WHAT TO WATCH FOR
The Triumph is coming off a 1-0 victory over One Knox on Saturday, July 15th in Paladin Stadium. The two teams faced a 45-minute kickoff delay due to inclement weather, and another hour-long delay at the half due to lightning. After even play from the teams, Greenville was able to weather the storm and take home the win thanks to Leo Castro. Castro scored his sixth goal this season with a header off an assist from Allen Gavilanes late in the first half. This victory over one Knox extends Greenville’s win streak to four and unbeaten streak to seven.
Sitting at fifth place in the USL League One rankings, the Triumph has something to prove as they take on fourth-ranked Charlotte. Last time these two teams met, Greenville took home a 3-1 win away at American League Memorial Stadium. As the 2023 season continues, it’s crucial that both teams clinch this victory and maintain their position above the qualification line. The Triumph has been picking up momentum in its offense, dousing their opponents with 13 goals in seven matches. The defense has rounded into form as well, with six matches conceding less than two goals, including three shutouts. Greenville’s keeper, Jared Mazzola, is tied for second in the league’s goalkeeper rankings with 45 saves this season, where Charlotte’s is currently leading with 66 saves. The Queen City team’s goal-stopping reputation might prove to be a roadblock for GTSC, as one of their top scorers, Lyam MacKinnon, will be absent due to a thigh injury sustained in the match versus Forward Madison on July 1st.
This is the first midweek match the Triumph has faced in four weeks, and they may be entering the pitch with tired legs after just a three-day turnaround from their last competition. Charlotte is coming off a 2-2 draw with the sixth-ranked Richmond Kickers on Saturday, with their 2023 record at 7-5-6. In their past five matches, they have only come out on top once – a win over 10th-ranked Lexington. With only two points separating these teams, this match could mean a shift in the table for the victor.
NEWS AND NOTES
Team Updates:
Out: Tevin Shaw, Hassan Gabo, Lyam MacKinnon
