New Orleans, LA (July 11th) – In a must win situation to achieve the top seed throughout the playoffs, CCFC come up short after giving up two late goals, falling 4-3 to Northshore United.

Northshore United came out in the first half pressing the home team high in their defensive third, keeping CCFC from finding their rhythm. This tactic would prove to pay off when former CCFC winger, Asthon Perkins, sprung free on a counter attack in the 9th minute to put the away squad up 1-0. With their backs against the wall, CCFC started to settle in and find their footing. In the 18th minute Huber Lopez would find Nestor Peralta Jr. for a goal after a scramble in the Northshore keeper box. Ashton Perkins for Northshore would once again find space between the CCFC backline and keeper and would score his second on the evening in the 31st minute. The contest would go into half with Northshore leading 2-1.

The second half would favor CCFC straight from the whistle with the home team controlling the match. Mesa Muminovic would tie up the contest in the 56th minute, scoring his seventh goal on the season. Not shortly after in the 61st minute, Huber Lopez would receive a great cross from Alexander Blanche and beat the keeper with an upper 90 beauty to put the boys up 3-2. The game would continue to favor CCFC, but another counter attack from Asthon Perkins would put the Covington crew back in the game in the 80th minute. The final dagger came in the 87th minute with a remarkable finish from a half chance for Northshore’s Mason Robicheaux. Northshore would leave with all 3 points winning 4-3.

Crescent City FC will host Guif Coast United at Holy Cross Field (5500 Paris Ave) on July 14th for 7:45 PM kickoff in the final regular league contest of the season. Tickets and season passes for CCFC home games can be purchased here.

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WHO ARE NORTHSHORE UNITED?
Northshore United join the amateur soccer ranks in 2017 and have steadily grown into one of the more exciting clubs coming out of Louisiana. Their most successful season came in 2019 where they reached the GCPL Cup final, just falling short 1-0. The Covington club has featured a slew of New Orleans talent over the years, serving as the only club to offer a home for young New Orleans players where other local clubs failed to do so. Currently Northshore is fighting for their spot in the GCPL playoffs sitting 5th in the table.

NOTABLE PLAYER
Zachary Breaux is a Houma, LA native who currently leads Northshore with 8 goals. The midfielder was a integral part in their 2019 run the GCPL Cup and has continued to be one of their most dangerous players. Breaux attended Vandebilt High School, helping lead the Terriers to 2 state titles and competed for 4 years at Delta State University in Cleveland, MS.

COACHES QUOTE
“Northshore is a very well coached team and they are always a tough team to prepare for. We expect nothing less than a very challenging game on Saturday.”

Kick off is set for 7:15 PM in at Holy Cross Field (5500 Paris Ave., New Orleans). Information on a stream will be announced the day of.

New Orleans, LA (July 4th) – Entering the contest, CCFC had already qualified for the GCPL playoffs, but the race to claim the top seed and home field advantage was on with a handful of clubs in the mix.

New Orleans United were coming off of a two game win streak with a small chance at making playoffs with a result vs CCFC. This added a little more to this contest with both teams going all out from the whistle. The first 20 minutes of the contest had both teams buzzing with neither producing any real threats. The 25th minute saw the first real chance from CCFC with Mesa Muminovic just missing wide after taking on two players at the top of the box. CCFC would get on the board in the 38th after some brilliant display of control and technique from Huber Lopez who would find Mesa Muminovic at the back post to put the home team up 1-0 before the half.

CCFC didn’t wait long in the second half jumping on top of New Orleans United and forcing their keeper to come up with a big save in the 48th minute, which lead to a corner kick resulting in big man Anthony Peters heading home his second goal of the season. Leading 2-0 early in the second half, CCFC continued to put the pressure on, but a dangerous counter attack from New Orleans United and some miscommunication from the CCFC back line gave the away squad their first and only goal of the contest. The final 30 minutes of the game became quite chippy with both squads battling to see the game out. CCFC would come away with a 2-1 win and inched closer to gaining the #1 seed for the playoffs.

Oak Grove, MS (June 26th) – Crescent City headed up north to Oak Grove, MS to take on Southern States SC in some midseason friendly action yesterday evening. Both squads using this game to give their younger players some minutes, the contest would end 3-2 in favor of the home team.

The starting XI would see five U23 players see some action for the NOLA squad and few vets to help anchor the defense and midfield. Southern States would jump on the board first with an early goal in the 7th minute after some miscommunication in the backline. Much of the game would play in favor of the home squad as CCFC tried to find its rhythm in the contest. After some minor adjustments from assistant coach Al Silvas, who filled in as the manager for the evening, CCFC became more dangerous in the attacking front. This would pay off late in the first half when 18 year old, Alexander Blanche, would find the back of the net from a cross, sending the game 1-1 into half time.

The second half started off with a bit of a momentum swing for CCFC, having a few looks early on, but nothing threatening. Southern States would see an end to that with their second goal of the evening coming in the 56th minute. CCFC’s second half substitutions would make a big impact early, giving the New Orleans club some much needed attacking prowess, but the home team would catch CCFC sleeping on a counter attack, putting SSSC up 3-1. The last 20 minutes of the contest was all CCFC with a slew of chances, a crossbar check, a missed penalty and an incredible performance from the SSSC keeper that would keep the NOLA club at bay, closing out the game 3-2.

Crescent City FC will host New Orleans United at Holy Cross Field (5500 Paris Ave) on July 3rd for 7:15 PM kickoff. Tickets and season passes for CCFC home games can be purchased here.

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New Orleans, LA (June 24th) – On a very muggy evening at Berhman Stadium in Gretna, LA, Crescent City FC faced off versus BRSC Capitals where the New Orleans club would see their first multiple goal deficit of the season, needing the heroics of forward Chuy Rivera to save a point in stoppage time.

The evening started off with a clear objective for BRSC Capitals as they put 9 players behind the ball with a bend but don’t break tactic that clearly paid off as the traveling squad executed a counter attack nicely in the 6th minute of the contest, putting CCFC in an early hole losing 1-0. The game would continue to favor Crescent City in possession and even saw a few chances from winger Josey Portillo who had two 1v1 opportunities saved by some stellar defensive hustle from BRSC, but once again Crescent City’s defense would be exposed on the counter and BRSC would find themselves up 2-0 before the 25th minute. Continuing the efforts to keep the game in BRSC’s half, CCFC would see a break after a penalty was awarded and converted, adding another goal to Mesa Muminovic’s tally. The first half would end 2-1 BRSC Capitals.

Trailing by one starting the second half, CCFC would continue to push high up the field with the intention of keeping the pressure on the BRSC back line. The first 10 minutes of the second half would see 5 shots on frame for the home crew, adding to the momentum of getting one back. However, in the 67th minute BRSC would catch CCFC on the counter for the third time in the contest, putting themselves up by two goals once again. With the thought of the club’s first loss of the season setting in over the crowd, a glimmer of hope came from Fernando Herrera in the 74th minute with a beautiful free kick from 30 yards out, giving a much needed boost for CCFC. Coach Peralta then made his final adjustments to put all of his attacking power in positions to salvage a point. The final ten minutes of the contest was all Crescent City and the efforts finally paid off in the dying minutes when Chuy Rivera found his opening inside the BRSC 18, burying his 8th goal of the season.

Crescent City FC will host New Orleans United at Holy Cross Field (5500 Paris Ave) on July 3rd for 7:15 PM kickoff. Tickets and season passes for CCFC home games can be purchased here.

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New Orleans, LA (June 14th) – Continuing their unbeaten run, CCFC hosted Gulf Coast Rangers of Daphne, AL Saturday evening at Holy Cross Field, which resulted in a 1-1 stale mate between the two clubs.

The evening started in favor of the home side getting a quick jump on controlling the flow of the game and giving the southern Alabama club nothing on their attacking front. The first chance of the game for both teams came in the 12th minute with a laser of a shot from Crescent City’s Chuy Rivera from 30 yards out met the Rangers keeper in the chest. The home side would get on the board in the 36th minute thanks to a clinical header from Meša Muminović off of a Huber Lopez corner kick.

The second half started off with both sides raising the intensity and giving the referee crew a chance to earn their keep. The Rangers would find the back of the net in the 67th minute after a pass back to the CCFC keeper was altered due to the playing surface, forcing Lalo Salazar to come up with a big save, but the deflection would find the feet of Calum Kearny of the Rangers who was gifted with a wide open goal to tie it up 1-1. The game would continue to see both sides keep the intensity high, which would lead to a red card given in the 80th minute to the traveling squad, but CCFC could not prevail after playing a man up with 10 left to go.

Crescent City FC will play Gulf Coast United at Gulfport High School (3225 Hancock Ave, Gulfport, MS 39507) on June 18th for 7:15 PM kickoff. Tickets and season passes for CCFC home games can be purchased here.

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WHO ARE GULF COAST RANGERS?
Gulf Coast Rangers began their journey in 2015 and has been lead by current DOC and New Orleans native, Gerardo Flores, since day 1. Operating primarily out of the Daphne and Fairhope region of southern Alabama, the Rangers approach to their academy system has proven to be a great addition to the gulf south soccer scene. In 2017 the Rangers formed their men’s and women’s programs, competing in both the GCPL and WPSL. The south Alabama club is coming off of a 2-0 victory versus Pensacola FC.

NOTABLE PLAYER
Jordan Sinclair is a Scotland native who was a four year starter at the University of Mobile and cut his teeth in the amateur ranks in the US playing for Birmingham Hammers. The veteran outside back has given plenty of fits to opposition by being the Rangers engine on the wings, both offensively and defensively.

COACHES QUOTE
“We’re coming home after a great road stretch, but we know this will be a great test for us as we know the Rangers will be hungry to take us down. We will need to give everything tomorrow to come away with a result.”

Kick off is set for 7:15 PM in at Holy Cross Field (5500 Paris Ave., New Orleans). Information on a stream will be announced the day of.

Satsuma, AL (June 5th) – On a rainy evening in Satsuma, AL, just north of Mobile, Crescent City would square up with Mobile United, wrapping up the NOLA crew’s three road game stretch.

Much like gloomy rainy evenings bringing about a sense of lethargy, the start of this contest would make it seem every player on the pitch just woke up from their afternoon rainy day cat nap. While both teams seemed to feel each other out, keeping possession with minimal direct attacks, the game did start to open up a bit in the 15th minute after a CCFC chance from Josey Portillo would ring the crossbar. Throughout the remaining 30 minutes of the first half, Crescent City would have 9 shots in total, with only 1 being on frame. Mobile United recorded 2 shots that were of no concern to CCFC keeper, Jacob Randolph. The half would end 0-0.

The second half would offer a more entertaining game with both clubs coming out with a better sense of urgency. Mobile would have the first real chance of the game in the 53rd minute, forcing keeper, Jacob Randolph, to keep the clean sheet. The New Orleans side would get on the board in the 64th minute after a threading the needle pass from Taxco would find Chuy at the top of the 18, who would bury it to put the boys ahead 1-0. The second goal would come in the 78th minute from the man of the match, Mesa Muminovic, who offered a much needed spark after subbing on in the 65th minute. The contest would end 2-0 for the boys in blue.

Crescent City FC will play Gulf Coast Rangers at Holy Cross Field (5500 Paris Ave. – New Orleans) on June 12th for 7:15 PM kickoff. Tickets and season passes for CCFC home games can be purchased here.

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WHO ARE MOBILE UNITED?
Mobile United recently joined the amateur ranks in 2020 after joining the GCPL Fall Tournament Showcase. Primarily operating as a youth academy, the southern Alabama club has followed suit with many youth clubs alike that have looked to create senior teams that showcase their graduating academy players. Currently the club has failed to record a win after three games, but not for the lack of talent. While the club is still finding it’s footing in the GCPL landscape, it has a handful of up and coming players who can make an impact on the field.

NOTABLE PLAYER
David Valverde saw success at the University of Alabama Birmingham as a four year starter and although a native of Mobile, he represented Costa Rica as an U17 international. The midfielder brings a plethora of experience to a young Mobile United squad.

COACHES QUOTE
“These types of games are where our mental and physical fitness will be challenged,” said Head Coach, Wilmer Peralta. “Coming off of a tough game on Wednesday and having to travel just a few days later to play a young fit squad will certainly be a task.”

Kick off is set for 7:15 PM in at Satsuma High School (1 Gator Cir, Satsuma, AL). Information on a stream will be announced the day of.

New Orleans, LA (June 3rd) – After being away from the pitch for 11 days, the boys squared up with new cross town club, New Orleans United, on Wednesday afternoon. After a very shaky start, CCFC were able to settle in to get the result.

“This was a game we knew would give us trouble,” said Head Coach, Wilmer Peralta “They [New Orleans United] are a very eager and up and coming team and they made us earn every minute of this game.”

Since the start of the whistle, New Orleans United made it clear that they weren’t going to give Crescent City any space to operate in their half of the field; playing a high line and keeping CCFC in their defensive third. Throughout the first half, many attempts to test the quickness of the United backline were had, but to no avail. Young keeper, Jacob Randolph, was called to duty early and did his part to keep the game level throughout the first half, but the boys would fall short in first half stoppage time when United capitalized on a corner kick just before the whistle putting the home squad up 1-0.

The second half saw an adjustment to Crescent City’s XI with Marce coming on for Cristian Canales at right back. The inclusion of the veteran defender would prove to be a critical adjustment, taking away United’s only real attacking threat. This would allow CCFC to push their line up further and increase the amount of accurate through balls for the attackers to capitalize on. In the 50th minute, Chuy would make a critical run that would result in a penalty, which the league leading goal scorer would add his sixth to the tally, putting the away crew back in the game 1-1.

Shortly after in the 52nd minute, Huber Lopez would connect with Josey Portillo who pleased the crowd with a 30 yard chip over the keeper to give CCFC the 2-1 lead. Keeper, Jacob Randolph, would be called up again in the 65th minute after a mix up in the box from a United corner forced the New Orleans native to quickly react from point blank range. The third goal of the contest for CCFC would come from some fancy footwork from Marce down the right side, setting Mesa Muminovic up for his second goal of the season. Nestor Peralta Jr., who’s coming off of a year long ACL injury recovery, finally got on the board in the 89th minute of the game; sealing the deal for the evening with a 4-1 victory.

Crescent City FC will travel to Mobile to face Mobile United at Satsuma High School on June 5th for 7:15 PM kickoff. Tickets and season passes for CCFC home games can be purchased here.

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