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Can the Las Vegas Lights Make a Comeback?

Originally posted on Dice City Sports | By Dallas Outlaw | Last updated Oct 26, 2024 8:37 PM ET

Las Vegas Lights FC Prepares for Showdown to Secure No. 2 Seed

Today, Las Vegas Lights FC heads to North Carolina to close out their 2024 USL Championship regular season, battling for the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference. After a recent 3-2 loss to Oakland Roots that snapped an 11-match home unbeaten run, the Lights remain motivated to finish the season strong. Coach Dennis Sanchez emphasized the importance of learning from last week’s setback and building momentum heading into the playoffs. “Every time we step on the field is an opportunity to grow as a group,” Sanchez stated via the Lights website., noting how goals can shift momentum and emphasizing the importance of readiness as the playoffs approach.

Las Vegas Lights key players to watch for during their next matchups:

Valentin Noel: Leads with 6 goals and 2 assists over 13 games.
Gaoussou Samake: Contributed 3 goals and 3 assists in 11 games.
Khori Bennett: Recorded 2 goals in 13 games.
Raiko Arozarena: Goalkeeper with 3 wins, a 1.72 goals-against average over 8 games.
Nicholas Ammeter: Another strong goalkeeper, with a 0.67 goals-against average over 4 appearances

(statscrew.com)

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Kickoff is set for 4:00 p.m. PT at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, NC. Fans can catch the game locally on SSSEN or stream it nationally on ESPN+. The Lights will look to rebound against a North Carolina FC team fighting for one of the final playoff spots in the East. Las Vegas, who holds a record of 13-9-11, can clinch the second seed with a win or a draw coupled with favorable outcomes in these other matches.

Colorado Springs Switchbacks fails to win their match.
Orange County SC drops points in their game.
San Antonio FC does not secure a win.

North Carolina has proven to be dangerous on the attack, led by Evan Conway and Oalex Anderson. Meanwhile, Las Vegas aims to maintain their possession-heavy style, which topped 77 percent in last week’s contest, showcasing their control on the field.

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