A Light Preview: Las Vegas Lights FC try to end their slump in SoCal vs. Orange County SC
After a midweek loss to Oakland Roots SC, Las Vegas Lights FC will try to break out of a seven-match losing streak when they face Orange County SC tonight.
Las Vegas Lights FC (5-16-2)
It’s been eight straight matches for Lights FC without a win. When was the last time they tasted victory, you ask? July 27th…against Orange County SC. Can they put an end to this lengthy drought against the last club they defeated? It will take a complete effort from Steve Cherundolo’s squad.
The performance from the Lights on Wednesday in a loss to Oakland Roots SC was a solid step in the right direction. They put Oakland on the back foot through portions of the match, made limited mistakes, and didn’t face a huge disparity in shots. It was one miscue from Mohamed Traore that cost Las Vegas in that match.
Tonight, we will see how many loanees come down from LAFC as the MLS side returns to action tomorrow vs. Real Salt Lake.
Vegas Player SpotLight
Mohamed Traore: As a defender, mistakes will happen. It’s part of the game. The perfect way for the 19-year-old to move past his costly error vs. Oakland would be to stabilize the backline on the road vs. Orange County SC and maybe even doing some damage on the end of a set piece.
Orange County SC (8-7-7)
Who You Should Know
Ronaldo Damus: The young Haitian international has 11 goals (tied for 5th-most in the league) in 17 appearances this season.
Brent Richards: A gamechanger at right-back on both ends of the pitch, Richards leads the club in assists (six) and interceptions (36).
Sean “Ugo” Okoli: Returning to OCSC on a transfer from Austin Bold FC last month, the former USL MVP scored in the club’s last match.
What You Should Know
- Dismissed head coach Braeden Cloutier on 8/19, Richard Chaplow serving as interim head coach
- T-15th in goals scored, T-17th in goals conceded in the USL Championship
- One win in their last six matches, 2-2 draw vs. El Paso Locomotive FC last time out
- Two 3-1 results vs. Lights FC this year at Cashman Field, one win and one loss
The Deets
Tonight, 7 PM PT, Championship Soccer Stadium
Las Vegas Lights FC at Orange County SC
