Tacoma Defiance
Real Monarchs
Real Monarchs
Tacoma Defiance
Real Monarchs
Tacoma Defiance
Real Monarchs
Tacoma Defiance
Tacoma Defiance
Real Monarchs
Team Overview
Tacoma Defiance hosted Houston Dynamo FC II in their last match, securing a 2-1 victory in MLS Next Pro. This win marked a positive turn for the team after a string of disappointing results.
Team Overview
Real Monarchs faced Portland Timbers II at home in their latest outing, achieving an impressive 4-1 win in MLS Next Pro. This result continued their strong form as they aim to climb the league standings.
Tacoma Defiance secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Real Monarchs in a tightly contested match that showcased the intensity of the MLS Next Pro league. The lone goal of the match came from M. Bronnik in the 56th minute, assisted by M. O'Neill, providing the home side with a crucial three points.
The match was characterized by a physical battle, with both teams accumulating a total of five yellow cards—three for Tacoma and two for Real Monarchs. The first half saw no goals, but both teams were cautious, resulting in a midfield stalemate that limited clear chances.
In the second half, Tacoma began to assert more dominance, leading to Bronnik's decisive strike. Real Monarchs struggled to find their rhythm and were unable to convert their possession into meaningful opportunities, ultimately failing to register a shot on target throughout the match.
As the game progressed, substitutions were made in an effort to change the tide, but Tacoma's defense held firm. The match concluded with Real Monarchs unable to find an equalizer, leaving them to reflect on a missed opportunity in a match where they were outplayed in key moments.
Tacoma Defiance has shown strong form in their last 10 matches, winning 6, drawing 1, and losing 3. They have scored a total of 12 goals, averaging 1.2 goals per game, while conceding only 4, resulting in an average of 0.4 goals against per game. In contrast, Real Monarchs have struggled, with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses in their last 10 matches. They scored 16 goals but conceded 18, averaging 1.6 goals for and 1.8 against per game.
In head-to-head encounters, Tacoma Defiance has a slight edge with 7 wins compared to Real Monarchs' 7 wins out of 15 matches, with 1 match ending in a draw. The average goals per game in these encounters is 2.93, indicating a competitive rivalry. The last match saw Tacoma Defiance winning 1-0, reinforcing their home advantage.
Tacoma Defiance is expected to maintain a solid defensive structure while looking to capitalize on set pieces and counter-attacks. Real Monarchs may struggle to break through their defense, leading to a low-scoring affair.
M. Anchor
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D. Alvarez
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G. Sandnes
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J. Winslow
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C. Gaffney
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M. O'Neill
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X. Gnaulati
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C. Phoenix
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E. Carli
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R. Jauregui
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M. Bronnik
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M. Kerkvliet
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F. Ewald
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K. Henry
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M. Wentzel
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W. Charpie
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R. Mesalles
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Lineker Rodrigues
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O. Marquez
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L. O'Gara
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O. Anderson
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V. Parker
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