As Carolina Core FC prepares for a quick turnaround on the road against Huntsville City FC, we’re breaking down the four key stats that define our Thursday night matchup down in Alabama.
244 – Evers Leading the Way
Captain Nolan Evers has been the foundational piece of the Core’s build-up play this season, leading the team with 244 completed passes. Evers has been a reliable veteran presence in the back while effectively transitioning the squad from defense into attack.
7 – Sumo Jr. Testing the Keeper
Anthony Sumo Jr. has established himself as one of the Core’s most persistent attacking threats, leading the team with 7 shots on target. Whether utilized as a clinical starter or a high-energy playmaker off the bench, Sumo Jr. has proven he can change a game in an instant with a pair of goals to his season tally. He enters Thursday in fine form, coming off a spectacular goal against Atlanta United 2 this past weekend.
21 – Holliday’s Heroics
Goalkeeper Nick Holliday has been a wall for the Foxes, recording 21 saves in his six MLS NEXT Pro starts this season. His shot-stopping ability was on full display over the weekend, where he produced two incredible reflex saves in the first half alone to keep the Core within striking distance. His ability to come up with the "big save" remains a vital component of CCFC's defensive identity.
16 – Finding the Opening
The Core attack will look to capitalize on a Huntsville defense that has conceded 16 goals through their first seven matches. Averaging 2.28 goals allowed per game, the third highest rate in the league this season, Huntsville has shown vulnerabilities at the back. The Foxes will aim to exploit those gaps early and often to earn points on Thursday night.
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The Foxes take on Huntsville City FC this Thursday, May 7 at 8:00 PM ET. Don’t miss a moment of the action and tune in live via OneFootball or MLSNEXTPro.com.
