FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Fort Lauderdale United FC (10-8-7, 37 PTS) wraps up its two-match road swing with a crucial Tuesday night showdown against DC Power FC (5-13-7, 22 PTS). It’s the fourth and final meeting between the two sides this season, with the series currently deadlocked at one win, one loss, and one draw apiece. Fort Lauderdale United sits three points outside the playoff zone with three matches to play, and Tuesday’s 7:00 p.m. visit to DC Power FC looms large in the club’s bid to extend its inaugural season into the USL Super League Playoffs.
Fort Lauderdale United FC heads into Tuesday’s matchup riding the momentum of its first win in its last seven matches, though the squad faces a quick turnaround with just three days of rest and a second straight road test. Friday night’s hard-fought victory over Lexington SC was a much-needed boost, and Fort Lauderdale will look to build on that result as it continues its push toward the playoffs. Powered by the attacking trio of Addie McCain (10 Goals), Jasmine Hamid (9 Goals) and Kiara Locklear (4 Goals, 4 Assists), Fort Lauderdale United FC boasts one of the most consistent and well-rounded offenses in the USL Super League. Recent tactical shifts have pushed McCain higher up the pitch, amplifying her attacking impact, while the dynamic Sh’nia Gordon has seamlessly transitioned into a new role at right back, impacting the game on both ends. Anchored by March Team of the Month honorees Laurel Ansbrow in defense and Cosette Morché in goal, Fort Lauderdale has both the talent and the momentum to make a statement on Tuesday night.
Despite sitting in seventh place and already eliminated from USL Super League playoff contention, DC Power FC has emerged as one of the league’s most in-form teams over the past three matches – fully embracing the role of spoiler. The club earned back-to-back wins over playoff-positioned Dallas Trinity FC (3-2) and postseason-chasing Brooklyn FC (1-0), and nearly upset the surging Spokane Zephyr FC in a narrow 3-2 loss. DC is led by former FTL UTD forward Gianna Gourley, who tops the squad with five goals on the season. However, defensive struggles have hurt the team throughout the season, as it has conceded 35 goals – the second-most in the Super League. DC’s defense will have its hands full on Tuesday night with an FTL UTD attack that’s shown it can punish even the slightest lapse and put the ball into the back of the net.
Matchup History
The two clubs first squared off on September 13 in the nation’s capital, where Addie McCain and Hamid each found the back of the net to secure the first win in Fort Lauderdale United FC’s history.
The rematch on November 23 at Beyond Bancard Field ended in heartbreak for the home side, as Fort Lauderdale conceded a late goal in a narrow 0-1 defeat.
Their most recent encounter came on April 12 in Fort Lauderdale. Hamid once again made her mark against DC Power FC, but the match ended in a hard-fought 1-1 draw after 90 minutes.
Where to Watch
The match is set to kick-off at 7:00 p.m. and it will be streamed on the Peacock app and available for local viewing on FanDuel Sports Network. The direct link to watch the match can be found here.
Tickets
Season ticket packages for all home matches, as well as single-game tickets can be purchased here. FTL UTD’s next – and final – regular season home match is scheduled for Saturday, May 24 against Dallas Trinity FC for Fan Appreciation Night. The two sides are evenly matched this season, with one win apiece and a draw in their three meetings.
