Week 4 Review  2024/2025 season.

• by Melanie Bush
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Sunday, September 22: Game Results and Their Impact on the Standings

Lexington SC 1-3 Fort Lauderdale United FC

Venue: Lexington Stadium | Referee: Iryna Petrunok

Fort Lauderdale United FC continued their strong form with a 3-1 victory over Lexington SC at Lexington Stadium. The win was crucial for Fort Lauderdale, pushing them from third to second place in the standings with 7 points, keeping them within striking distance of league leaders Carolina Ascent FC. 

The match began with Lexington SC showing early promise as Shepherd opened the scoring in the 37th minute. However, Fort Lauderdale responded in style, with Weeks equalizing right before the halftime whistle in the 45+4 minute.

The second half was dominated by Fort Lauderdale, with Shepherd adding his second in the 59th minute, and Moyer sealing the win with a goal in the 68th minute.

Fort Lauderdale's consistent performance, paired with solid defensive work, helped them secure their second win of the season, boosting their goal difference to +3. Lexington SC, meanwhile, remained at the bottom of the table with just 1 point and a worrying goal difference of -7, highlighting their defensive struggles. Lexington will need to improve quickly to avoid being out of the playoff race entirely.

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Spokane Zephyr FC 1-0 DC Power FC

Venue: ONE Spokane Stadium | Attendance: 2,384 | Referee: Jaclyn Metz

In Spokane, the home side secured a narrow but valuable 1-0 win over DC Power FC, thanks to an early goal from Thomas in the 17th minute.

This win was crucial for Spokane Zephyr FC, who climbed into fifth place, tied on points with Tampa Bay Sun FC and Dallas Trinity FC, all with 5 points. Despite a spirited effort from DC Power FC, including several late substitutions to try and change the game, Spokane’s defensive unit stood strong.

Cudjoe and goalkeeper Vetter were key in keeping DC Power at bay, ensuring Spokane earned their first win of the season after a series of draws and a loss. This win improved Spokane's standing, giving them a better shot at playoff contention as the season progresses.

DC Power, on the other hand, struggled once again to convert chances into goals, and their fifth match without a win leaves them in seventh place with only 2 points. With a -4 goal difference and no victories so far, they face a tough uphill battle if they want to break into the playoff race.

Impact on the Table

Fort Lauderdale United FC

Their 3-1 victory moved them up to second place with 7 points from 4 games, just 3 points behind first-placed Carolina Ascent FC. Fort Lauderdale's form (DLWW) shows they are hitting their stride at the right time, with a strong offense and improving defense.

Lexington SC

Still winless after 4 matches, Lexington SC's 1-3 defeat left them at the bottom of the table with only 1 point. Their defensive issues, as reflected in their -7 goal difference, need urgent attention if they hope to climb out of last place. A string of wins is critical for them to salvage their season.

Spokane Zephyr FC

The 1-0 victory boosted Spokane into fifth place with 5 points, putting them on par with both Tampa Bay Sun FC and Dallas Trinity FC. Their defensive resilience, showcased in this clean sheet, could be the key to making a playoff push if they can maintain consistency.

DC Power FC

With their third loss of the season, DC Power FC remains in seventh place. Despite having a competitive squad, their inability to find the back of the net, scoring only 1 goal in 5 matches, has left them with just 2 points. They will need to find a solution quickly to avoid falling further behind in the standings.

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Conclusion

Fort Lauderdale United FC’s victory consolidates their push for a top-two finish, while Spokane Zephyr FC climbs into playoff contention. Meanwhile, Lexington SC and DC Power FC continue to struggle, with both teams needing to address key weaknesses to remain competitive.

As the season heats up, each game becomes crucial in shaping the playoff picture.

USL Table

Sunday 22, Sept 2024

Pos.	Team	P	W	L	T	GF	GA	GD	PTS	Form
1	Carolina Ascent FC	4	3.	0	1	6.	2.	4.	10.	WDWW
2	Fort Lauderdale United FC	4	2	1	1	7	4	3	7	DLWW
3	Dallas Trinity FC	3	1	0	2	8	4	4	5	DDW
4	Tampa Bay Sun FC	4	1	1	2	4	4	0	5	DDWL
5	Spokane Zephyr FC	4	1	1	2	3	4	-1	5	DDLW
6	Brooklyn FC	2	1	0	1	2	1	1	4	DW
7	DC Power FC	5	0	3	2	1	5	-4	2	LDDLL
8	Lexington SC	4	0	3	1	6	13	-7	1	DLLL

Mandarin / 汉语

尼 ### 上周末的意甲女足比赛回顾及赛程前瞻 在过去的这个周末，意甲女足联赛中所有10支球队参加了本赛季的第三轮比赛。每场比赛的结果都对积分榜产生了重要影 响，突显出球 队表现的关键变化及整个赛季可能的发展轨迹。让我们来逐场分析比赛，并展望下周的比赛。 ---

#### **那不勒斯女足 1-0 萨索洛女足** （9月21日，周六） **进球：** D. 诺维利诺 (2') 那不勒斯女足凭借D. 诺维利诺在第2分钟的早早进球，以1-0的比分战胜了萨索洛女足。这场胜利使那不勒斯获得了3分，与积分榜中部的科莫持平。尽管赢得比赛，但由于净胜球为负（-3），那不 勒斯仍位居第六。萨索洛的赛季开局较慢，三轮比赛后仅积一分，继续垫底。 **影响：** 那不勒斯的胜利让他们获得了本赛季的首场胜利，暂时摆脱了降级区。萨索洛的困境持续，他们需要迅速调整，以免在积分榜上进一步落后。 --- #### **拉齐奥女足 1-2 尤文图斯女足** （9月22日，周日） **进球：** 拉齐奥 - E. 戈尔多尼 (29') 尤文图斯 - E. 施查策尔 (10')，S. 坎托雷 (39') 尤文图斯女足延续了连胜势头，以2-1战胜了拉齐奥女足。E. 施查策尔和S. 坎托雷的早期进球为尤文图斯锁定三分，尽管E. 戈尔多尼为拉齐奥打入了一粒进球。尤文图斯以9分继续领跑积分榜，保持完美战绩。而拉齐奥尚未取胜，仅积2分，排名倒数第二。 **影响：** 尤文图斯保持积分榜榜首，并展现了强大的进攻实力。反观拉齐奥，仍然难以找到状态，且迟迟未能取得胜利，他们正逐渐逼近降级区。

--- #### **科莫女足 1-3 罗马女足** （9月22日，周日） **进球：** 科莫 - J. 卡尔内尔斯 (23') 罗马 - E. 维恩斯 (35', 45')，乌龙球 (49') 罗马女足以3-1战胜了科莫女足，赢得了本赛季的首场胜利。E. 维恩斯在上半场打进两球，乌龙球锁定胜局。罗马积分升至5分，排名第4位。尽管科莫女足通过卡尔内尔斯早早进球，但仍以3分位居第5。 **影响：** 罗马的胜利让他们有机会竞争积分榜上半区。与此同时，科莫在防守端的压力加剧，他们的净胜球降至-3。 --- #### **国际米兰女足 1-1 AC米兰女足** （9月22日，周日） **进球：** 国际米兰 - T. 武拉尔特 (32') AC米兰 - E. 劳伦特 (42') 米兰德比以1-1战平，两支球队都在上半场取得了进球。T. 武拉尔特为国际米兰首开纪录，但很快被AC米兰的E. 劳伦特扳平。国际米兰保持不败，积分升至7分，排名第三，而AC米兰三轮比赛仅积一分，排在第八。 **影响：** 国际米兰继续保持在积分榜前列，而AC米兰的连败不胜局面持续。如果AC米兰不能尽快赢球，他们可能陷入早期的保级 战。 --- #### **佛罗伦萨女足 4-0 桑普多利亚女足** （9月22日，周日） **进球：** 佛罗伦萨 - M. 雅诺吉 (10', 60')，A. 邦凡蒂尼 (52', 66') 佛罗伦萨女足凭借M. 雅诺吉和A. 邦凡蒂尼的两次梅开二度，以4-0的比分轻松击败了桑普多利亚女足。这场胜利使佛罗伦萨与尤文图斯积分相同，均为9分，并列榜首。然而，桑普多利亚依然垫底，仅积1分，且 净胜球为-9。 **影响：** 佛罗伦萨的胜利让他们继续争夺冠军，展现了强大的进攻实力。桑普多利亚则需要迅速找到解决方案，以免陷入更深的降级困境。 --- ### **下周赛程及其对积分榜的影响** - **罗马女足 vs. 那不勒斯女足** （9月29日，周日，12:30） 如果罗马取胜，他们可能会跻身积分榜前四，而那不勒斯若能连胜两场，也有机会攀升至积分榜上半区。 - **科莫女足 vs. 桑普多利亚女足** （9月29日，周日，15:00） 这是一场对两支球队都至关重要的比赛，科莫若能获胜将稳居中游，而桑普多利亚则迫切需要一场胜利，以摆脱垫底位置。 - **萨索洛女足 vs. 国际米兰女足** （9月29日，周日，18:00） 萨索洛需要一场胜利来逃离降级区，而国际米兰则希望保持不败战绩，并向前两名球队施压。 - **AC米兰女足 vs. 拉齐奥女足** （9月29日，周日，15:00） 两队都急需首胜。获胜的一方可以摆脱降级区，并提升士气。 - **尤文图斯女足 vs. 佛罗伦萨女足** （9月30日，周一，18:00） 这是一场榜首大战，可能决定早期的领头羊。两队目前积分相同，这场比赛可能为整个赛季定下基调。 --- ### **总结** 第三轮比赛显示出尤文图斯和佛罗伦萨是目前最强的球队，而桑普多利亚和萨索洛迫切需要改变现状。国际米兰继续稳步前进，罗马的回 升也为积分榜上半区增添了竞争力。下周的比赛看起来将更加精彩，尤其是尤文图斯对阵佛罗伦萨的比赛，可能成为早期的 冠军争夺 战。 ### **下周的三大问题** 1. 尤文图斯能否保持他们的统治地位，还是佛罗伦萨会送给他们赛季首败？ 2. 桑普多利亚和萨索洛能否摆脱降级区？ 3. 罗马能否继续他们的势头，挑战积分榜前列？ 赛季正逐渐升温，下周的比赛结果可能会引发积分榜上的重大变化！