New Orleans, LA (May 23rd) – A rough start last night for the home team put the boys on their heels and couldn’t find their rhythm to come away with a result vs. a strong Gaffa FC squad.
Mother nature played tricks per usual in New Orleans with threat of heavy rains, however the overcast and cool breeze made for a great evening to witness some quality football at Holy Cross Field.
“This was an important game for us to come away with a result” said Head Coach, Matt Millet. “Unfortunately our final third efforts continue to be a struggle and something we will be working on this week.”
The game began in horrible fashion for the boys as an early goal in the 2nd minute from Gaffa FC, due to a passing error in the midfield, really put the boys in a tough spot from the jump. While Gaffa FC continued to have success on the counter attack, CCFC were able to settle and begin controlling the game. Winger, Axel Fuentes, showed his skills in the 21st minute by making his way through four Gaffa defenders before getting a shot on frame that tested the Gaffa keeper. Another chance would come from Fuentes just two minutes later with his shot just edging the outside of the goal post. Unfortunately for CCFC, the Jackson, MS crew would increase their lead in the 32nd minute from a set piece, putting them up 2-0. The remainder of the first half would be back and forth with no real chances.
Crescent City came out in the second half with some changes to the line up. Veteran midfielder, Keir Hannity, would see his first minutes with the side since last season and gave the home side some stability in the midfield through the remainder of the game. Most of the second half would be played on Gaffa’s half of the field, with a slew of minor chances keeping the away side at bay. Another scare came in the 73rd minute when a clearance put a Gaffa attacker in a 1v1 situation with keeper Jose Santos, botching his chance at goal. The CCFC supporters were singing loud as two crossbar occurrences almost put the NOLA side back in the game. A 90th minute penalty awarded to Crescent City was the last chance to get on the board, but a surprising unfortunate take from Keir Hannity made it an easy save for the Gaffa keeper. The game would end with a lot left to be desired.
Crescent City FC travels this weekend to Hattiesburg to take on Hattiesburg FC. Our next home contest will be vs. Mobile United at Holy Cross Field (5500 Paris Ave) Saturday on June 4th for 7:15 PM kickoff. Tickets can be purchased here.
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