MATCH PREVIEW: FORWARD MADISON FC VS UNION OMAHA
SNAPSHOT: #MADvOMA
- Saturday, August 3rd, 2024
- 7:00pm CT kickoff
- Werner Park – Papillion, Nebraska
FOLLOW LIVE
- FMFC Watch Party presented by New Glarus
- Streaming Video: ESPN+ or Television Wisconsin
- In-game updates: @ForwardMSNFC
- Stats: MADvOMA Match Center at uslleagueone.com
USL LEAGUE ONE RECORDS
MAD: 6-2-4
OMA: 7-3-1
SETTING THE SCENE:
The ‘Mingos hit the road to play rivals, Union Omaha, this Saturday, August 3rd at 7pm CT. Omaha and Forward are currently tied in the standings with 22 points, and a win for FMFC could move them to the top of the table.
THIS SEASON AGAINST UNION OMAHA
The last time these two teams saw each other, Forward Madison recorded their eighth win and fifth clean sheet of the season with a 2-0 win against Union Omaha.
Striker, Christian Chaney, scored the ‘Mingos first goal of the night and in the game’s last few minutes, substitute Wolfgang Prentice buried the ball into the back of the net to secure the win for his squad.
‘MINGOS LAST MATCH RECAP
Last weekend, FMFC was dealt their first home loss of the 2024 season against Northern Colorado. Hailstorm scored in the first two minutes of the match, and the ‘Mingos struggled to find the equalizer, losing 0-1.
KEYS TO THE MATCH PRESENTED BY THE BURISH GROUP AT UBS
After their first home loss of the season, Forward Madison will look to turn things around on the road against a strong opponent. Plus, three points against Union Omaha will move them up in the USL League One standings. With a lot on the line, here’s what they’ll need to do:
- Win the battle for second balls: On a small pitch like Omaha’s, there will inevitably be more first and second 50/50 balls. It will be crucial for the ‘Mingos to win chances in the air and maintain possession in the middle of the field.
- Control transitions: Union Omaha is known for a quick switch in attack, and FMFC cannot be caught off guard. They’ll look to control the pace of the game by defending counterattacks and creating a few of their own chances.
NEXT MATCH
FMFC returns to Breese Stevens Field to play Chattanooga Red Wolves SC in the seventh round of the Jägermeister Cup on August 10th. The club will be hosting American Football Night with special guest, Mason Crosby, making an appearance. Kickoff is at 7pm and tickets can still be purchased here.
