COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — On Saturday, the Colorado Springs Switchbacks dominated Monterey Bay FC, securing the win, 4-1.
The team registered 18 shots total, with nine on target, compared to Monterey's four shots and one on target, according to the team.
Switchbacks also recorded the following;
- 18 crosses
- five corner kicks
- completed 13 tackles (nine successful)
- seven interceptions
The first goal was in the 18th minute, when the Switchbacks were awarded a free kick, and Adrien Perez sent it into the top right corner of the net.
Switchbacks scored a second goal right before halftime, doubling their score, starting the break with a two-point lead.
Monterey scored their only goal in the second half, which was quickly followed by the Switchbacks securing the win with a goal in the 70th minute and the final goal in the 73rd minute.
Next Saturday, the Switchbacks will be heading to Arizona to play Phoenix Rising FC.
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