The 2019 USL One champions travel to face the newcomers on the block, Union Omaha. North Texas SC takes on the Owls for Union Omaha’s first home game ever at 7pm CST on Saturday, August 1st.
Union Omaha
Last week, the Owls drew with New England Revolution II 0-0 in a drab affair. Newly signed midfielder, Devin Boyce filled in for injured JP Scearce and preformed excellently. Boyce was named to USL One’s Team of the Week for his work in last week’s match. Head Coach, Jay Mims will have a hard decision on his hands for this week’s game against North Texas. The Owls have many midfielders capable of performing including Scearce who is expected to return against the defending champions.
The defenders of the Owls were excellent against the Revolution which earned Union Omaha a clean sheet. Goalkeeper, Rashid Nuhu was strong between the posts which saw him earn a crucial save in the final 15 minutes of play. Centerback Illal Osumanu was credited for man of the match by the Owls’ social media page for his clearances and strength on the ball against the New England II side.
The defense will be crucial to gaining points against North Texas. The former champions will enjoy holding possession and control of the game’s tempo which will be difficult for the Owls in open play without the help of Osumanu or defensive midfielder, Tyler David.
North Texas SC
The offense for the Texan club goes through forward, Beni Redzic. Last week, Redzic was influential in the North Texas win against Forward Madison. Redzic scored the opening goal in the 11’ after great buildup play which came from possession based football. Redzic had a great cut back at the top of the box and his shot was deflected into the back of the night. Redzic is the go to man on the wings for North Texas, Union Omaha will have their hands full from the 17 year old American.
The offensive and defense for North Texas flows through center defensive midfielder Juan Alverez. Alvarez controlled the game with ease against Madison. His passing and tempo kept the Wisconsin club on their toes. His fluid football was much needed for North Texas’ offense to perform.
Earlier this week, North Texas signed 2019 club captain Brecc Evans. The former club captain came from Austin Bold where he was on loan. The Texan club and Austin Bold agreed to terminate the defender’s loan. It is unclear if Evans will be in the squad against Union Omaha, but he will add experience to a very young club this season.
When
Saturday, August 1st , 7pm CST
Where
Werner Park, Omaha, NE
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