Carolina Core FC rides into Sunday's match against Huntsville City FC on a shootout victory over Inter Miami CF II. After earning a hard-fought two points to close out the road trip, the Foxes see an opportunity to capitalize against the team above them in the standings.
100 - Gaining Some Traction
The Core enter this matchup looking to avenge a 3-0 defeat to Huntsville City FC earlier this season. Fresh off a 4-1 shootout victory over Inter Miami CF II, the Foxes return to Truist Point Stadium carrying momentum after a disciplined defensive performance that produced a clean sheet despite facing 10 shots. With three players finishing the match with 100% pass accuracy, Carolina Core FC will look to build on its defensive organization and composure in possession against Huntsville.
58 - Hitting the Mark
David Diaz was a key part of the Foxes' attack against Inter Miami CF II, recording five shots with three on target. His movement in the attacking third consistently created opportunities, while his willingness to take chances kept pressure on the opposition defense. As Carolina Core FC prepares for its next match, Diaz will look to build on that performance and continue generating scoring opportunities in the final third.
44 - Shooting at a Brick Wall
Goalkeeper Trevor Jackson made his third start of the season in Carolina Core FC's 0-0 draw against Inter Miami CF II and delivered a standout performance between the posts. Making his first appearance since March, Jackson recorded three saves during regulation before making a crucial stop in the penalty shootout to help secure a 4-1 shootout victory and two points for the Foxes. His performance highlighted the Core's depth at goalkeeper and proved instrumental in the result.
0 - Another Defensive Stand
Carolina Core FC held Inter Miami CF II's Idoh Zeltzer-Zubida, one of MLS NEXT Pro's top-10 goal scorers, off the scoresheet in Sunday's shootout victory. The Foxes will look to carry that defensive momentum into Friday's matchup against Huntsville City FC, led by Maximus Ekk, who is tied for fifth in the league with eight goals this season. Ekk scored in the clubs' previous meeting on May 7, setting the stage for another key defensive test as Carolina aims to build on its recent strong form at the back.
Watch Live!
Catch The Foxes as they take on Huntsville City FC on Sunday, June 28, at 6:00 PM ET, streaming live on OneFootball or MLSNEXTPro.com.
