Huntsville City FC emerged as the MLS NEXT Pro Team of Matchday 16 after putting on an impressive offensive show during their 6-2 home win over Orlando City B.
Initially, the game didn't go in Huntsville City FC's favor as Orlando City B's Alex Freeman found the back of the net early on. However, Nick Law connected with Chris N'sa with a pinpoint cross in the 20th minute to equalize the match for the home team.
After equalizing, Huntsville continued their attack with Isaiah Johnston scoring two goals in rapid succession. In the 32nd minute, Johnston converted a penalty, putting Huntsville City FC in the lead. Just three minutes later, Johnston struck again, this time with an assist from Kemy Amiche, extending the advantage for Huntsville and earning his second goal of the match.
The scoring continued right after halftime during an incredible sequence that unfolded when Josh Drack bicycle kicked a ball to Ollie Wright, who then found Azaad Liadi in the box to fire the ball into the back of the net.
Amiche joined the scoring spree in the 55th minute, courtesy of a pass from Ollie Wright. He confidently beat the goalkeeper in a one-on-one situation, securing his sixth goal of the season.
Orlando got one goal back in the 65th minute thanks to a strike from Jack Lynn, but Huntsville City FC’s Joey Skinner would go on to score his first goal of the season in the 78th minute of the game with an incredible curling shot from outside the box. Skinner’s goal was set up by Amiche who had a total of three assists on the night.
The electric atmosphere at Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium, with nearly 5,000 passionate fans in attendance, undoubtedly fueled Huntsville City FC's performance.
The home crowd’s constant support on Sunday resulted in a team-record-breaking goal tally during their Matchday 16 performance and helped extend Huntsville City FC's unbeaten streak on home turf to four matches.
Following a challenging start to their inaugural MLS NEXT Pro campaign, Huntsville City FC has continued to climb up the Eastern Conference standings and currently sits just 2 points away from a playoff spot.
Huntsville City FC will look to earn another three points on Sunday when they host TFC II on July 16 during Matchday 17 action.
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