SNAPSHOT: MAD v WSC
- Saturday, August 1
- 7:00 PM CST Kickoff
- Breese Stevens Field
- Get Tickets Here
USL League One Record
MAD: 10-4-2
WSC: 5-9-4
SETTING THE SCENE
After extending its unbeaten streak to eight straight matches with a 5-2 victory, Forward Madison FC welcomes Westchester SC to Breese Stevens Field for a Saturday night matchup. The ‘Mingos defeated the Chattanooga Red Wolves at home Wednesday night to remain as one of three teams in the league to remain unbeaten at home, sitting fourth overall. Forward Madison will look to continue showcasing their versatility on both ends of the field as they kick off an August slate of soccer and look to pick up another three points at home.
LAST MATCH RECAP – MAD v CHA
MADISON, Wis. — Forward Madison FC extended its unbeaten streak to eight matches with a commanding 5-2 victory over Chattanooga Red Wolves SC on Wednesday night at Breese Stevens Field.
The Mingos broke the deadlock in the seventh minute with a Kevin Carmichael-to-Ryan Carmichael connection, giving the hosts an early lead. Chattanooga responded quickly, equalizing in the 13th minute before claiming a 2-1 lead in the 31st. Despite the setback, Forward Madison’s back line held firm throughout the first half. Kerfalla Toure delivered multiple clutch clearances and a perfectly timed sliding tackle, while Kevin Carmichael and Jaylen Shannon each denied dangerous Red Wolves opportunities to keep the match within reach.
Just four minutes later, a spell of possession in Chattanooga’s box fell to Toure’s control, who placed the ball in the back of the net and put the Mingos back on the board. Forward Madison continued its offensive success, showing no sign of slowing down. Ryan Carmichael completed his brace by finishing off another dangerous attack in the 44th minute. Goalkeeper JT Harms preserved the 3-2 advantage heading into the break with a crucial save during first-half stoppage time.
The hosts were awarded a penalty in the 61st minute of play. Ryan Carmichael stepped up and confidently curled his penalty into the top-left corner, earning his first hat trick for the Flamingos and extending the lead to 4-2. Just three minutes later, the Mingos put the match out of reach. After a relentless sequence of attacking chances that saw Hakim Karamoko and Ryan Carmichael threaten a goal, Roman Torres finally buried the rebound to cap off the flurry and give Forward Madison a three-goal cushion. Forward Madison sealed a 5-2 victory, securing another three points in front of its home crowd.
KEYS TO THE MATCH PRESENTED BY THE BURISH GROUP AT UBS
Check out the UBS Keys to the Match as the Mingos take on Westchester SC:
- Eight and Left No Crumbs: The Mingo’s well-fought Wednesday win earned themselves another three points at home, helping extend their unbeaten streak to eight matches. They’ve yet to lose a match since early June and currently sit just three points behind Union Omaha at the top of the league table despite having played two less games.
- Three, That’s the Magic Number: Ryan Carmichael found the back of the net three separate times in Wednesday night’s matchup, marking the first time a Forward Madison player has notched a hat trick in franchise history. His eight goals in league play this season position him as the team’s leading goalscorer.
- Deny All Danger: The Forward Madison backline continued its stellar performance on Wednesday, with clutch clears and tackles from Kerfalla Toure and Kevin Carmichael. Toure also tallied a goal as Kevin Carmichael notched an assist, showcasing the backline’s ability to transition into attacking threats and pressure opponents on both ends of the field.
