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Match Preview

These two sides met less than a week ago and it’s a pity that the streaming broadcast didn’t work because Eli Goldman, the fan-favorite attacking midfielder, was pressed into service as a forward and duly delivered two goals–including a dramatic 94th minute equalizer.

Today’s is another match that won’t be broadcast–Prep Week!–so good thing you’re at the stadium.

Both sides feature potent attackers from NCAA powerhouse University of New Hampshire. Minneapolis has Eli Goldman, Peoria has Gustavo Rodriguez. Both sides have exciting, highly touted attackers from blue chip NCAA programs. Minneapolis has Herbert Endeley (Indiana), Peoria has Gevork Diarbian (Providence). There is local flavor in both teams too with Minneapolis having everyone locally-based and Peoria with three local kids in the team. It will be an exciting, even match-up where desire, grit, and the tactical set-up are likely to be the the difference makers on the day.

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Looking ahead…

Tomorrow, it’s NPSL time as the Crows head to Sioux Falls to take on the Thunder. After the reverse in Duluth last weekend, this is an important one for City as they know they need points on the board lest the title slip away. Sioux Falls are on two points after a home draw with Dakota and an away draw at Med City. Speaking of Med City…on Wednesday, the Crows are down in Rochester for an away tilt against the Medics. The games are coming thick and fast now and how the coaching staff balances the squad is going to be the key to success.

Next Friday, the Crows are at home against Dakota Fusion. It’s the first NPSL home game of the season for the Crows, though it’s a Prep Week game and will be at Blake. It’s another crucial opportunity to pick up points before Duluth come to town on June 4.

Also on Friday, it’s the first League Two derby. The Crows will fly to Stillwater to face St. Croix SC. Points are at an absolute premium in this league and, though the final score of St. Croix’s first game against Des Moines was a 6-2 loss, they jumped out to a 2-0 lead and showed fight, quality, and organization. It is going to be a very difficult match.

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