Forward Madison FC Dominates Richmond 4-0 to Claim Henny Derby Trophy
Kerfalla’s back-to-back goals in the first half sets the tone
Lineup Notes
MAD: #1 Harms, #4 McCamy, #6 Kanyane (79’ #24 Forbes), #7 Bolma (66’ #3 Edwards), #9 R. Carmichael (66’ #21 Karamoko), #12 Torres, #14 Annor, #16 Castro, #20 K. Carmichael (79’ #5 Shannon), #23 Munjoma, #33 Toure
SUBS: #19 Manske, #99 Flores, Hildal, #18 Romanshyn, #8 Segbers
RIC: #1 Fillion, #2 Barnathan (74’ #32 Bolduc), #4 Layton, #9 Kirkland (70’ #7 Johnson), #11 Pannholzer, #12 O’Malley (46’ #41 Richman), #19 Colindres (61’ #18 Amer), #22 Vinberg, #26 Murana (46’ #3 Anderson), #34 Howell, #99 Moore
SUBS: #44 Gallegos, #23 Freeman, #35 Sneddon
Match Action
With the rivalry trophy and bragging rights on the line, Forward Madison delivered a complete, 4-0 performance against the Richmond Kickers in front of its home crowd.
Richmond threatened early, earning the first opportunity of the night in the opening minute, but Madison goalkeeper, JT Harms, was ready with a big save to keep the match level. The Flamingos quickly settled in, regaining possession and controlling the pace of play through the opening stages of the first half. Forward created several dangerous chances early, including a fifth-minute opportunity after catching the Richmond goalkeeper off his line, but the Flamingos couldn’t find the finishing touch. A strong corner sequence just a minute later created another attacking threat, though Richmond’s defense held firm. Madison continued to show strong decision-making in the midfield, connecting passes across the pitch and building pressure in the attacking third. The ‘Mingos maintained control of possession throughout the opening 20 minutes, including a strong spell of pressure in the attacking third, but Richmond’s defense kept the match scoreless.
The ‘Mingos continued pushing forward, and in the 29th minute, Kerfalla Toure sent a clearance down the left sideline that sparked a dangerous sequence. Stephen Annor helped build the attack before Bolma’s shot was saved by the Richmond goalkeeper. Just one minute later, Madison finally broke through. In the 30th minute, Toure delivered the opening goal of the night, finishing Madison’s first shot on target to give the Flamingos a 1-0 lead. Richmond immediately searched for a response, but the Flamingos’ back line and Harms worked together to deny the equalizer. Madison continued to generate pressure with several corner opportunities, but the Richmond defense kept the deficit at one.
In stoppage time, Madison doubled its advantage. After another dangerous corner sequence that saw the Flamingos send numbers into the box, Jackson Castro’s powerful strike was denied by the Richmond goalkeeper. However, the pressure paid off moments later as Toure rose above the defense and headed home his second goal of the night in stoppage time, sending Breese Stevens Field into a frenzy going into the half.
Forward Madison FC continued its dominant performance after halftime. Madison came out of halftime with the same attacking intensity, continuing to apply pressure, nearly finding its third goal in the 57th minute when Geni Kenyane delivered a dangerous ball from the left sideline toward the far post. The Flamingos were inches away from a finish, but Richmond managed to prevent the goal.
Just three minutes later, Madison’s pressure paid off. In the 60th minute, Ryan Carmichael found himself one-on-one with the Richmond goalkeeper. As the keeper stepped off his line, R. Carmichael calmly chipped the ball over the goalkeeper and into the back of the net, giving the Flamingos a commanding 3-0 lead.
Richmond looked for a response shortly after, earning a free kick opportunity in the 63rd minute, but Harms came up with another strong save to keep the clean sheet intact. The ‘Mingos continued to control the match and added another goal in the 70th minute. Annor found the back of the net for his first goal of the night, with R. Carmichael providing the assist to make it a 4-0 match and keep the Henny Derby Trophy in Madison.
Goal Summary
1-0 MAD (30’) — #33 Toure
2-0 MAD (45’+4) — #33 Toure
3-0 MAD (60’) — #9 R. Carmichael
4-0 MAD (65’) — #14 Annor
Disciplinary Summary
(19’) RIC #1 Fillion — Yellow Card
(43’) RIC #12 O’Malley — Yellow Card
(45’+1) RIC #11 Pannholzer — Yellow Card
(46’) RIC #3 Anderson — Yellow Card
(82’) RIC #32 Bolduc — Yellow Card
Next Match
Forward Madison FC returns to Breese Stevens Field on Saturday, July 25, to host FC Naples. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. CT as the ‘Mingos look to earn three points in front of their home crowd. Fans can support the Club by purchasing single-game tickets or season tickets, or by shopping at the team’s Merch Store!
About Forward Madison FC: Forward Madison FC is a charter member of USL League One, launched in the Spring of 2019. The Flamingos were USL League One playoff teams in 2019 and 2023 and have made an international name for themselves as a fun-loving, flamboyant brand. More information and registration for the team’s weekly newsletter is available at www.forwardmadisonfc.com. Follow the team on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
