1-0, min. 45+3, Luciano Acosta. 1-1, min. 59, Kellyn Acosta. 1-2, min. 79, Danny Musovski.
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Goals and Highlights Cincinnati 1-2 LAFC: in MLS
LAFC won 2-1 away to Cincinnati, who looked better in the first few minutes, but little by little the Angelinos began to get into rhythm, and at the end the game began to heat up with several yellow cards.
Tyler Blackett and Maxime Crépeau both receive yellow cards after a foul in the LAFC box and tempers flared to the point of pushing and shoving.
With that, the game was over and LAFC took the victory.
Double yellow, one for Danny Musovski after grabbing the ball and not letting the play run, the second for Dominique Badji.
Tempers are heating up in these last few minutes.
LAFC made a double substitution, Cristian Arango and José Cifuentes came on for Latif Blessing and Danny Musovski.
Ilie Sanchez came close to scoring after a header from a corner kick that went just wide.
Palacios saves LAFC, after a series of deflections that went to the right post and the goalkeeper couldn't reach it, Palacios appeared to head the ball away.
LAFC starts to wake up, having more possession of the ball and having more presence in the opponent's area, having a chance where Carlos Vela took too long and missed.
Cincinnati began to dominate the match, having a lot of chances in the opponent's area, which led to the first yellow card of the match for Doneil Henry of LAFC.
The match was scheduled for 5:00 p.m., even in the platforms where it could be tuned in, it appeared at that time, now without change without announcement at 5:20 p.m., 20 minutes after the agreed time.
After the announcement of the Leagues Cup Showcase, where LAFC will face Club América, the players of the Los Angeles team are already looking forward to the match, even though it will take place in four months at the beginning of August.
Colombian defender, Jesús Murillo, spoke about the awaited confrontation against the Aguilas del América:
"What could be nicer than in a nice stadium against a nice rival, we have to enjoy, try to continue marking what MLS has grown, I think that on behalf of myself and my teammates, the coaching staff and institution, very happy to play matches of this category," Murillo said at a press conference
It was recently announced that there will be two exhibition matches for the Leagues Cup, which will feature Club America vs Los Angeles FC and Chivas vs LA Galaxy. The matches will take place on August 3, and will serve as the first event at ScFi Stadium.
After being separated from the first team of Fenerbahce of Turkey, the name of the German player, Mesut Ozil, began to rumble strongly in the American continent, as he was immediately linked to MLS clubs in the United States.
Alleged offers from LAFC in MLS began to sound strongly in the so-called 'Futbol de Estufa', but everything indicates that the German does not plan to leave the Turkish club despite his recent problem with the team's coach,
Liga MX clubs were looking for Mexican striker Carlos Vela, but that option is no longer viable for them, as the player is close to renewing his contract with LAFC, where the fans of the clubs where he was most linked were already dreaming about the possibility, but the former Arsenal player could stay a year and a half or two more.
After the news was released that they would play again against Liga MX, many began to put together their ideal XI for the match, where LAFC's Diego Palacios, who before coming to MLS played for Willem II of the Eredivisie, Kellyn Acosta and Carlos Vela stand out.
FC Cincinnati has shown signs of progress under new coach Pat Noonan in 2022, especially in the final third, so now they will have the strongest test of the season, measuring themselves against LAFC, mentioning that his team is brave and disciplined talking about what they want to see.
"That was my message to the group, in a nationally televised game, against a really good opponent, that's when you want to be at your best and that's when you want to see your team be the bravest. To rise to the occasion with the way we move the ball, with the way we press, with everything we do - can we show that we're a confident team when we step on the field?"
After the results in the US Cup Open, it injected some confidence into both clubs, who have first-year coaches and for LAFC's Steve Cherundolo, it means preparing his charges regardless of what past seasons indicate.
"An opponent that has a new coaching staff, in some ways a new way of playing," the coach said of Cincy. "So we're preparing for that by using videos and going over it with the guys, so we know the best we can. An opponent that we have a lot of respect for and they're improving and they've already improved a lot."
LAFC forward Ismael Tajouri-Shradi won MLS Goal of the Week 7. With a left-footed volley deflection, he won with 34.6 percent of the vote. That served as the winning goal in a 3-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City. Beating Orlando City's Ercan Kata (25.6%) and Jeremy Ebobise of the San Jose Earthquakes (23.5%).
FC Cincinnati players, staff and fans partnered with their neighbors in the West End for Week of Service. This conservation engagement opportunity will turn flowers into small lots that will be sold to support local non-profit organizations, using it as a public service announcement to encourage people to let violets and dandelions live in their gardens as one of the best food sources for pollinators.
At the moment, the only one out of the game would be Matarrita due to ankle surgery, while the rest are still to be defined if they will be able to play or not:
Ray Gaddis (leg), Alec Kann (lower body), Brandon Vazquez (leg), Geoff Cameron (lower body).
At the moment there are 5 casualties for the Angelinos:
Eddie Segura for his right knee, Erik Duenas for his left knee, Julian Gaines (pelvis), Brian Rodriguez (right hamstring) and Ismael Tajouri-Shradi (left quad).
After the departure of Diego Rossi to Turkish soccer, this would free up a franchise player position in LAFC, so they could look to fill it, although it also remains despite rumors that Carlos Vela if renewed with the 'Black & Gold' box would not leave a second Franchise Player position, but they will seek to fill that gap.
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The two teams have met just once, leaving the win for the Angelenos in 2019 at the Banc of California Stadium.
LAFC 2-0 Cincinnati, April 13, 2019, MLS
LAFC is coming off a 3-1 MLS win over Sporting Kansas City, leaving them as leaders of the Western Conference with 16 points, and in the U.S. Open Cup in the third round they beat Orange Country SC 5-1.
Cincinnati won 2-0 in the Cup against the Riverhounds and in MLS they drew 0-0 against Atlanta United with a man down.
Mexican striker Carlos Vela is under contract until the end of the season, but despite rumors of his departure to Europe, according to information from Doug McIntyre of Fox Sports, the Black and Gold are on the verge of agreeing a contract extension as a designated player in order for him to remain at the helm of the team.
MLS has been known for bringing in stars, now the German Mesut Özil would be in LAFC's plans, according to his old friend from Turkey, Ridvan Dilmen, the German would already have on the table an offer from the squad, this amid reports that Fenerbahce wants to cancel his contract two seasons earlier.
Cristian Arango, has undoubtedly been the striker that has stood out in these last few games, scoring against Sporting Kansas City and in the cup a brace against Orange Country SC.
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Brandon Vazquez is Cincinnati's leading forward scoring 5 goals and an assist in 7 games so far in the 2022 season, having his best start since 2020 when he arrived.
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FC Cincinnati signed Nigerian Albina Nwobodo as a franchise player, coming from Göztepe S.K. of the Turkish Super League, the club announced on Wednesday.
The player signed a 3-year contract, keeping him until the end of the 2024 season with an option for 2025, occupying an international player place.
"We are excited to welcome Obinna to FC Cincinnati," said General Manager Chris Albright. "His overall quality will complement our group, while his production and defensive presence in the midfield are exceptional. Obi is also a dedicated teammate with a personality that fits what we are trying to build. I would like to thank the ownership group as they continue to demonstrate their commitment to this club."
After the success of the MLS All-Star game, they already have teams and again it will be against the stars of Liga MX. This was confirmed by MLS in a press release, announcing the venue in Minnesota at Allianz Field in August.
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