Photo courtesy of Charis Wilson, 2016
TUKWILA, Wash. – Reno 1868 FC is now unbeaten in seven consecutive games after the club recorded a 1-1 tie against Seattle Sounders 2 at the Starfire Sports Complex on Saturday evening. Seattle’s Zach Mathers opened the scoring in the first minute, as the midfielder sent a cross into the box, and it went untouched by Reno goalkeeper Matt Bersano. 1868 FC’s Brian Brown netted the equalizer in the 38th minute, finishing from close range following a corner kick. With the result, 1868 FC moves to 14-5-7 this season, while Seattle is now 9-15-3 this campaign.
Scoring:
1’ – SEA – Zach Mathers
38’ – RNO – Brian Brown
Three Things That Matter:
USLSoccer.com Man of the Match:
Christopher Wehan, Reno 1868 FC – Wehan continues to impress in his first USL season, as the midfielder was active in the attack and completed 80 percent of his passes on the night.
Upcoming Games:
Seattle Sounders 2 vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC – Sept. 16, 10 p.m. ET, Starfire Sports Complex
Reno 1868 FC at Rio Grande Valley FC – Sept. 16, 8:30 p.m. ET, H-E-B Park