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Indy Eleven Gameday & Match Preview

Indy Eleven vs. C.F. Pachuca – International Friendly
Sunday, June 26, 2016 – 1:00 p.m. ET
Carroll Stadium – Indianapolis, IN
 

Team Records:


Watch Live:

  • Local: None
  • National: None
  • Online: None


Follow Live:

  • In-game updates: Follow @IndyElevenLive on Twitter, and Indy Eleven on Facebook
  • Vote for the Indy Eleven “Man of the Match” on the @IndyEleven Twitter feed immediately following the match

 

Last Time Out – Chicago Fire 1 [4] : [3] 1 Indy Eleven

After clinching the 2016 Spring Season against Railhawks FC at home, Indy Eleven travelled to the Windy City to face MLS side Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in the Fourth Round of the 2016 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.

Scoreless after 90 minutes, Indiana’s Team and the Fire went into two fifteen-minute periods of extra time where all the action happened. Locking horns through over 100 minutes, Justin Braun broke the deadlock just before the end of the first half as substitute Sinisa Ubiparipovic collected the ball and slotted the forward through on goal, where Braun capitalized on the chance for his second goal in as many games.

However, the Fire pushed forward and in the second period of ET, David Accam broke in and smacked a bouncing ball past Eleven ‘keeper Jon Busch in front of the Chicago supporters section to put the match level again. Despite a couple of chances for both sides in the final few minutes at Toyota Park, the match went to penalties.

Indy Eleven took an early advantage, stepping to the spot first in the shootout and seeing Eleven midfielder Nicki Paterson bury his while Fire forward Kennedy Igboananike miss on his try. Eamon Zayed was next for the “Boys in Blue” and buried his, but so did Chicago midfielder Khaly Thiam. Up 2-1 after two rounds, Nemanja Vukovic and Daniel Keller would miss the next two attempts for Indy while Fire defender Brandon Vincent and midfielder Nick LaBrocca would make theirs to flip the script and put Chicago in front. Though Sinisa Ubiparipovic would make his attempt to keep the Eleven in the match, Fire forward David Accam buried the fifth penalty to see his side through to the next round 1 [4] : [3] 1 after 120 minutes and a shootout.

 

Last Time Out – Monterrey 1 : 1 C.F. Pachuca

A match that had everything – a red card, missed penalty, last minute equalizer, and more – C.F. Pachuca drew one-all with Monterrey to win the Liga MX Clausura 2016 by a score of 2-1 on aggregate.

Los Tuzos carried the advantage into the second game but knew Monterrey would attempt to fire on all cylinders with just the one goal difference. The hosts were awarded a penalty in the 33rd minute when Pachuca defender Emmanuel Garcia brought down Monterrey attacker Neri Cardozo, but midfielder Edwin Cardona launched the penalty over the bar to keep it at zeros. However, Monterrey would open the scoring minutes later when Dorlan Pabon beat legendary Tuzos ‘keeper Oscar Perez to level the match on aggregate.

The second half left it all to play for between the two sides, and the nerves only rose for both sides as the match played out. The potential turning point came in the 74th minute against Pachuca, when defender Aquivaldo Mosquera saw red for dragging down goalscorer Dorlan Pabon as he broke through on goal. When Edwin Cardona had an opportunity to redeem himself with a free kick outside the box, he sent the attempt right and away from Perez’s net. After heavy pressure from Monterrey, the visitors won a through deep in the attacking half – then the match was clinched. Emmanuel Garcia, the same defender that gave away the penalty, swing in a cross that was met by the head of Victor Guzman that sent Pachuca spiraling into euphoria. Taking the 2-1 aggregate lead, Pachuca outlasted Monterrey through two more minutes of added time and were crowned Liga MX Clausura 2016 champions.


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International Friendly History

The first international friendly for Indy Eleven took place just under a year ago when Indiana’s Team hosted Liga MX side Monarcas Morelia at Carroll Stadium.

The match saw both sides create numerous quality chances, but neither were able to break the deadlock through the 90-minute rotation in personnel. Indy Eleven lined up in a 4-4-2 that afternoon, with ten players on the current roster featuring at some point throughout the game, while Monarcas Morelia lined up in a 5-3-2 in front of a crowd just shy of 6500.

Indy Eleven forward Wojciech Wojcik created the best chance of the match for the hosts inside the opening seven minutes. Being played in by the defense, Woj took in a swinging cross from the left side of the pitch but was unable to keep the header on frame as he saw it drift over the bar. Meanwhile, Monarcas Morelia also had their best chance in the first half when forward Carlos Ochoa took on Eleven ‘keeper Kristian Nicht one-on-one, but Nicht extended a left leg to make a brilliant save low and away from goal.

Though that match finished scoreless, Sunday’s clash between two champions may bring more to the 90 minutes than the year past. C.F. Pachuca are solid defensively, as are the “Boys in Blue,” but both sides may see this as an opportunity to exercise their attacking options as Los Tuzos continue their American tour and the Eleven ramp up for the fall slate.

 

Still Unbeaten

Although Indy Eleven fell to the Chicago Fire on penalties in the U.S. Open Cup, the match goes down as a draw after ending 1-1 through 120 minutes. The result means Indiana’s Team is still technically unbeaten in all competitions, continuing as the only side in United States soccer to achieve that feat.

However, Sunday’s contest will certainly test the Eleven as C.F. Pachuca bring a fresh attacking side to Carroll Stadium featuring new signing Wilson Morelo from Monterrey. But for now, Indy Eleven can push on with all sights set on moving into the Fall Season with an unblemished record. The fall opens up with a road contest at expansion side Puerto Rico FC before a home contest with Minnesota United FC brings NASL soccer back to “The Mike,” but first, the Eleven have to survive this weekend.

 

Who to Watch, Indy Eleven edition: FW Duke Lacroix

Speed, speed, and more speed.

If there’s one thing Duke Lacroix brings to the Eleven attack, it’s his pace, and Sunday gives him the opportunity to use it against Los Tuzos. Lacroix has featured in eight league games, starting three, for a total just shy of 350 minutes. Though he only registered one assist, Lacroix has acted efficiently as an impact substitute and created multiple scoring chances in tight games down the stretch.

The starting XI for coach Tim Hankinson on Sunday is still unclear, but Lacroix deserves a total run out after helping Indy secure the Spring Season championship with some solid outings in the final few games.


Who to Watch, C.F. Pachuca edition: FW Franco Jara

The goalscorer in the first leg of the Liga MX Clausura 2016 final, Franco Jara has helped lead the line for Los Tuzos throughout the majority of their incredibly successful campaign. Appearing in 31 matches with 29 starts, Jara netted 17 times, including six goals in the Liga MX Clausura 2016.

Jara stands at just 5 ft 10 in but provides a “fox in the box” style that sees him sneak through defenders for opportunities on goal. He’ll be up against an Indy defense that allowed just eight goals in ten league games, but has shown himself a quality asset in the Mexican side.


Match-up to Mark: GK Jon Busch/Keith Cardona vs. GK Oscar Perez/Alfonso Blanco

A matchup of two legendary ‘keepers, veterans Jon Busch and Oscar Perez are like to see time on Sunday in the club’s second-ever international friendly.

Busch, who arrived in Indianapolis after 18 years in MLS play, has helped the club to their first-ever trophy in the opening two months of his tenure, while Oscar Perez continues his illustrious Liga MX career after racking up over 500 appearances in the Mexican first division.

Also likely to see time are ‘keepers Keith Cardona and Alfonso Blanco, both of whom have seen the pitch at one point or another this year. Cardona made his first appearance of the year in Indy’s 2-1 win over USL side Lou City FC as a part of the U.S. Open Cup Third Round. Meanwhile, Blanco featured in a number of Liga MX matches for Pachuca and also impressed in his outings. Even if this match ends up being a defensive battle, this set of ‘netminders will likely be put to the test.

PREVIEW: #INDvPAC

Indy Eleven Gameday & Match Preview

Indy Eleven vs. C.F. Pachuca – International Friendly
Sunday, June 26, 2016 – 1:00 p.m. ET
Carroll Stadium – Indianapolis, IN
 

Team Records:


Watch Live:

  • Local: None
  • National: None
  • Online: None


Follow Live:

  • In-game updates: Follow @IndyElevenLive on Twitter, and Indy Eleven on Facebook
  • Vote for the Indy Eleven “Man of the Match” on the @IndyEleven Twitter feed immediately following the match

 

Last Time Out – Chicago Fire 1 [4] : [3] 1 Indy Eleven

After clinching the 2016 Spring Season against Railhawks FC at home, Indy Eleven travelled to the Windy City to face MLS side Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in the Fourth Round of the 2016 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.

Scoreless after 90 minutes, Indiana’s Team and the Fire went into two fifteen-minute periods of extra time where all the action happened. Locking horns through over 100 minutes, Justin Braun broke the deadlock just before the end of the first half as substitute Sinisa Ubiparipovic collected the ball and slotted the forward through on goal, where Braun capitalized on the chance for his second goal in as many games.

However, the Fire pushed forward and in the second period of ET, David Accam broke in and smacked a bouncing ball past Eleven ‘keeper Jon Busch in front of the Chicago supporters section to put the match level again. Despite a couple of chances for both sides in the final few minutes at Toyota Park, the match went to penalties.

Indy Eleven took an early advantage, stepping to the spot first in the shootout and seeing Eleven midfielder Nicki Paterson bury his while Fire forward Kennedy Igboananike miss on his try. Eamon Zayed was next for the “Boys in Blue” and buried his, but so did Chicago midfielder Khaly Thiam. Up 2-1 after two rounds, Nemanja Vukovic and Daniel Keller would miss the next two attempts for Indy while Fire defender Brandon Vincent and midfielder Nick LaBrocca would make theirs to flip the script and put Chicago in front. Though Sinisa Ubiparipovic would make his attempt to keep the Eleven in the match, Fire forward David Accam buried the fifth penalty to see his side through to the next round 1 [4] : [3] 1 after 120 minutes and a shootout.

 

Last Time Out – Monterrey 1 : 1 C.F. Pachuca

A match that had everything – a red card, missed penalty, last minute equalizer, and more – C.F. Pachuca drew one-all with Monterrey to win the Liga MX Clausura 2016 by a score of 2-1 on aggregate.

Los Tuzos carried the advantage into the second game but knew Monterrey would attempt to fire on all cylinders with just the one goal difference. The hosts were awarded a penalty in the 33rd minute when Pachuca defender Emmanuel Garcia brought down Monterrey attacker Neri Cardozo, but midfielder Edwin Cardona launched the penalty over the bar to keep it at zeros. However, Monterrey would open the scoring minutes later when Dorlan Pabon beat legendary Tuzos ‘keeper Oscar Perez to level the match on aggregate.

The second half left it all to play for between the two sides, and the nerves only rose for both sides as the match played out. The potential turning point came in the 74th minute against Pachuca, when defender Aquivaldo Mosquera saw red for dragging down goalscorer Dorlan Pabon as he broke through on goal. When Edwin Cardona had an opportunity to redeem himself with a free kick outside the box, he sent the attempt right and away from Perez’s net. After heavy pressure from Monterrey, the visitors won a through deep in the attacking half – then the match was clinched. Emmanuel Garcia, the same defender that gave away the penalty, swing in a cross that was met by the head of Victor Guzman that sent Pachuca spiraling into euphoria. Taking the 2-1 aggregate lead, Pachuca outlasted Monterrey through two more minutes of added time and were crowned Liga MX Clausura 2016 champions.


-> TICKETS | Indy Eleven vs. C.F. Pachuca <-


International Friendly History

The first international friendly for Indy Eleven took place just under a year ago when Indiana’s Team hosted Liga MX side Monarcas Morelia at Carroll Stadium.

The match saw both sides create numerous quality chances, but neither were able to break the deadlock through the 90-minute rotation in personnel. Indy Eleven lined up in a 4-4-2 that afternoon, with ten players on the current roster featuring at some point throughout the game, while Monarcas Morelia lined up in a 5-3-2 in front of a crowd just shy of 6500.

Indy Eleven forward Wojciech Wojcik created the best chance of the match for the hosts inside the opening seven minutes. Being played in by the defense, Woj took in a swinging cross from the left side of the pitch but was unable to keep the header on frame as he saw it drift over the bar. Meanwhile, Monarcas Morelia also had their best chance in the first half when forward Carlos Ochoa took on Eleven ‘keeper Kristian Nicht one-on-one, but Nicht extended a left leg to make a brilliant save low and away from goal.

Though that match finished scoreless, Sunday’s clash between two champions may bring more to the 90 minutes than the year past. C.F. Pachuca are solid defensively, as are the “Boys in Blue,” but both sides may see this as an opportunity to exercise their attacking options as Los Tuzos continue their American tour and the Eleven ramp up for the fall slate.

 

Still Unbeaten

Although Indy Eleven fell to the Chicago Fire on penalties in the U.S. Open Cup, the match goes down as a draw after ending 1-1 through 120 minutes. The result means Indiana’s Team is still technically unbeaten in all competitions, continuing as the only side in United States soccer to achieve that feat.

However, Sunday’s contest will certainly test the Eleven as C.F. Pachuca bring a fresh attacking side to Carroll Stadium featuring new signing Wilson Morelo from Monterrey. But for now, Indy Eleven can push on with all sights set on moving into the Fall Season with an unblemished record. The fall opens up with a road contest at expansion side Puerto Rico FC before a home contest with Minnesota United FC brings NASL soccer back to “The Mike,” but first, the Eleven have to survive this weekend.

 

Who to Watch, Indy Eleven edition: FW Duke Lacroix

Speed, speed, and more speed.

If there’s one thing Duke Lacroix brings to the Eleven attack, it’s his pace, and Sunday gives him the opportunity to use it against Los Tuzos. Lacroix has featured in eight league games, starting three, for a total just shy of 350 minutes. Though he only registered one assist, Lacroix has acted efficiently as an impact substitute and created multiple scoring chances in tight games down the stretch.

The starting XI for coach Tim Hankinson on Sunday is still unclear, but Lacroix deserves a total run out after helping Indy secure the Spring Season championship with some solid outings in the final few games.


Who to Watch, C.F. Pachuca edition: FW Franco Jara

The goalscorer in the first leg of the Liga MX Clausura 2016 final, Franco Jara has helped lead the line for Los Tuzos throughout the majority of their incredibly successful campaign. Appearing in 31 matches with 29 starts, Jara netted 17 times, including six goals in the Liga MX Clausura 2016.

Jara stands at just 5 ft 10 in but provides a “fox in the box” style that sees him sneak through defenders for opportunities on goal. He’ll be up against an Indy defense that allowed just eight goals in ten league games, but has shown himself a quality asset in the Mexican side.


Match-up to Mark: GK Jon Busch/Keith Cardona vs. GK Oscar Perez/Alfonso Blanco

A matchup of two legendary ‘keepers, veterans Jon Busch and Oscar Perez are like to see time on Sunday in the club’s second-ever international friendly.

Busch, who arrived in Indianapolis after 18 years in MLS play, has helped the club to their first-ever trophy in the opening two months of his tenure, while Oscar Perez continues his illustrious Liga MX career after racking up over 500 appearances in the Mexican first division.

Also likely to see time are ‘keepers Keith Cardona and Alfonso Blanco, both of whom have seen the pitch at one point or another this year. Cardona made his first appearance of the year in Indy’s 2-1 win over USL side Lou City FC as a part of the U.S. Open Cup Third Round. Meanwhile, Blanco featured in a number of Liga MX matches for Pachuca and also impressed in his outings. Even if this match ends up being a defensive battle, this set of ‘netminders will likely be put to the test.

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