After defeating Sporting Kansas City II 2-0 on Sunday afternoon,c secured their third victory of the 2024 season.
With the victory, defender Malachi Molina scored his first brace in his professional career, helping North Texas SC start the new season with a seven-game winning streak. In three road games, North Texas’ defense has allowed only one goal while scoring five goals. Michael Collodi, the goalkeeper, also recorded his third shutout of the year.
North Texas has improved to second place in the Western Conference standings and is still the only unbeaten team in MLS NEXT Pro this season.
On Sunday, May 12, North Texas SC and The Town FC will meet at Saint Mary’s Stadium.
North Texas SC: Pedrinho, Tarik Scott (Malik Henry-Scott – 63′), Enes Sali (Abdoul Zanne – 79′), Diego García, Isaiah Parker; Turner Humphrey, Nico Gordon, Nolan Norris; Malachi Molina (Anthony Ramirez – 88′), Tomas Pondeca (Nick Mendonca – 62′).
Lautaro Taboada, Leonardo Orejarena, and Victor Darub.
cob Molinaro; Chris Rindov, Nati Clarke, Haris Alisah (Ethan Bryant – 65’), Jacob Bartlett; Danny Flores (Jake Swallen – 38’), Cielo Tschantret (Demarre Montoute – 46’); Stephen Afrifa (Roberto Avila – 46’), Sebastian Cruz, Maouloune Goumballe (Roberto Hategan – 72’). — Jack Kortkamp, Ryan Reid, Brandon Munson, Medgy Alexandre.
