Miami FC defeats Rhinos thanks to last minute Christian Gomez goal (pictures and video)

This past Saturday Miami FC defeated the Rochester Rhinos 1-0 in injury time thanks to a Christian Gomez header. The Blues had dominated the game for most of the match clearly outmatching the Rhinos. With the loss Rochester went down to second place, while Miami secured its 4th win in a row. This game took place at Fort Lauderdale Stadium.

For more on the game go to www.miamifc.com

Following are pictures by Robert Scorca and Uncle Ed .
Videos by Uncle Ed

Miami FC vs Rochester Rhinos at Ft Lauderdale Stadium Saturday 4 pm (Video)

Miami FC takes on first place Rochester Rhinos Saturday September 25 at 4pm. Due to a conflict in scheduling with the FAU football game the Blues will play at Fort Lauderdale Stadium Baseball field, but don't worry soccer fans, the Miami FC staff has organized "Party on the Pitch" here fans will be able to watch the game from the field and enjoy music, beer and other activities provided by team sponsors!

Be sure to look for the special parking area assigned to soccer fans, just say you are there for the Miami FC game.

For a match preview and further information go to www.miamifc.com

Get out there and support your Miami FC Blues!

Following is a post match interview by NASL's Kartik Krishnaiyer of Coach Daryl Shore and Blues leading scorer Abe Thompson:


Picture by Robert Scorca

Miami FC beats AC St. Louis. Abe Thompson scores hat trick

It was an exciting game at Lockhart Stadium in Ft Lauderdale last night as Miami FC defeated AC St. Louis 4-2. This result eliminates St Louis from the playoffs.

The highlight of the match was Abe Thompson's natural hat trick! Abe has been inspired as of late and has undoubtedly found his form becoming the team's scoring leader with 9 goals. His absence was felt in the 2nd half when he was substituted out of the game, Miami FC lost its main attacking threat and the control of the ball. St Louis got on the scoring card with a goal by Stisser but this was countered by a Miami goal from Le Petit. Shortly after Stisser scored his 2nd of the match but it proved not enough as Miami FC held on for the victory.

For more information on the game go to www.miamifc.com

Following are pictures taken during the game by Robert Scorca






***Don't forget to vote for your favorite player of the year! The Miami Ultras will be awarding their annual trophy during the final game of the year. Go to www.miamisoccerfan.com and vote, there is very little time left!

Miami FC vs AC St. Louis Wednesday Sept 22 at Lockhart Stadium 7:30 pm

Miami FC looks to extend their winning streak to 3 games this Wednesday as they take on AC St. Louis at Lockhart Stadium. The Blues have come out of the basement of the USSF Div 2 after beating the first place Rhino's in Rochester this weekend. Last place now belongs to Baltimore and if things go well for the Blues they can catch up to Tampa (2 games left) and St Louis (3 games left).

Wednesdays possible lineups:
AC St. Louis: Dufty, Traynor, Bauer, Bloom, Gauchino, Kreamalmeyer, Cole, Videira, Salvaggione, Ambersley, Stisser

Miami FC: Glaeser, Lancaster, Rodrigues, Hohlbein, Randolph, Celestino, Gomez, Mayen, Shriver, Martins, Thompson.

Come out and support Miami FC. Only 3 games left!
Vamos Miami! Let's go Blues!

Picture by Robert Scorca

Miami FC beats first place Rhino's in Rochester!

The Blues have turned up the heat as we approach the final 3 games of the season. Last night Miami FC beat first place Rochester Rhino's 2-1 in front of a stunned crowd at the Marina Auto Stadium.

Miami FC looked good on the field and dominated the play for many minutes throughout the game. The Blues were down thanks to a Anthony Hamilton header in the 10th minute but soon after Danilio Martins equalized for Miami. In the 24th minute Abe Thompson scored what was to be the game winner. Abe also provided the assist on the first goal and is now the second highest scorer on the team. This victory puts Miami ahead of Baltimore and ties them with AC St. Louis.

For more on the game go to www.nasl.com

Miami FC Lineup: Glaeser,Lancaster, Rodrigues, Hohlbein, Randolph, Celestino, Gomez, Mayen, Shriver, Martins & Thompson

Rhinos Lineup: Vallow, Greenfield, Sanfillippo, Bellamy, Roberts, Rosenlund, Pitchkolan, Motagalvan, Hamilton, Spicer & Hoxie

There are 3 games remaining in the season and we need to support our team! Vamos Miami! Let's go Blues!
Abe Thompson picture by Robert Scorca

Paulo Jr scores in his debut for RSL. Want to be a Pro Soccer Player?

Paulo Araujo Jr's debut for Real Salt Lake was one of those story book, fairy tale, once in a lifetime type of situations. Paulo, Loaned to RSL for the rest of the season came into the Concacaf Champions game versus Toronto in the 74th minute making an immediate impact as he scored 6 minutes after entering the game to leave the final tally at 4-1 in favor of RSL.

Real Salt Lake finished off TFC in the 80th minute with a goal by Paulo Araujo Jr., who was making his debut with RSL. The Brazilian striker, recently acquired on loan from USSF D-2 side Miami FC, received a square ball from Robbie Findley across the goal mouth, and the youngster tapped it in to seal the victory.

For a complete break down of the game go HERE

Former Miami Fusion players Kyle Beckerman, goalkeeper Nick Rimando and midfielder Andy Williams also contributed to RSL's victory. Beckerman tied the game off a center by Williams who had 2 assists in the night.

Here are the match highlights:


Here is a fan Video. at the end you can see as Paulo Jr. greets the fans. Looks like Paulo may end up staying at RSL if he continues to prove himself.

Want to be a Professional Soccer player?
Think you've got what it takes to be a Pro? Traffic Sports USA has organized a Pro Soccer Combine which will be lead by National Soccer Hall of Fame Member and current Traffic Sports USA Director of Soccer, Fernando Clavijo. Marcelo Balboa, National Soccer Hall of Fame Member and former U.S. National Team Player and Daryl Shore, current Head Coach of Miami FC and former Assistant Coach of the MLS’s Chicago Fire.

Traffic Sports USA, one of the premiere soccer companies in the United States, would like to invite all aspiring footballers to Fort Lauderdale Stadium from Oct 22-24. The Traffic Sports USA Combine provides elite players, with the passion to take their game to the next level, the opportunity to demonstrate their talents and abilities in an environment designed to find professional level athletes. Aside from thorough player evaluations, introductions and access to scouts and player personnel managers, a number of select players from the combine will be invited to pre-season tryouts with South Florida’s Professional soccer team and/or one of its sister clubs in Portugal or Brazil.

Read more at www.miamifc.com

Miami FC 2 Montreal Impact 1 in pictures and video

The Blues came out looking for a 'W' this Saturday and they got it, as they beat the Montreal Impact 2-1 at Lockhart Stadium. Miami scored its first goal off of a Christian Gomez free kick that curved around the wall and snuck in. It was a wonderful strike! Montreal later tied but an inspired Abe Thompson scored off of a long pass by JP Rodriguez that was enough to give Miami 3 points and an outside chance of making the playoffs. For more on the game please visit www.miamifc.com

Following are a few pictures from Saturdays game and after party at the Frog and Toad Pub!










Here are highlights of the game courtesy of Miami FC :