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| Kang makes one of his key saves to keep QPR ahead, Gocool (9) and Fasano (20) chase and clean up |
Queen's Park Rangers faced an insidious challenge in bottom-feeders Alliance FC, in the hunt for their first league points.
In the opening minutes QPR produced multiple chances including a crossbar hit by Yanful. A few minutes later Roszuk struck the ball smartly from distance seeing the keeper off his line. 1-0 QPR.
As the first half wore on a short-handed Alliance FC gained some stragglers, their gameplay grew, and with a few minutes to halftime they equalized on a direct free kick. 1-1.
Immediately following the break, QPR's determination to remain in the running for top spot showed with Zaman picking up his own rebound after hitting the post and scoring with a diving header that would have made Mark Spitz proud. 2-1 QPR.
Alliance FC's determination was unmoved and poured on attacks which left for dead QPR shotstopper Kang, who was up to the task every time. A magnificent performance by the young goalkeeper.
With 15 minutes left Bovdis bought some insurance, tapping in his own rebound at the end of an excellent collective play. 3-1 QPR.
After the match, some players and their families visited QPR sponsor WBurger Bar for a "3rd half", enjoying some of their culinary specialties.
"We started the game with an attacking mentality and never stopped despite 3pm scorching temperatures in the mid-30's. Our resolve to be #1 in league play is unmoved. We have achieved this goal today, but the next two games will be key to solidify our position", QPR captain Fasano remarked after the game.
Box Score
QPR 3, Alliance FC 1
QPR Goals: Roszuk, Zaman, Bovdis
QPR Cautions: None
QPR:
Goalkeeper: Kang
Defenders: Allison, Fasano, Gocool, Mulchan, Power
Midfielders: Bovdis, Chippy, Melendez, Roszuk, Sansalone, Zaman
Forward: Yanful
Next Game: Sunday August 17, 8:15 PM vs. NAFC Origami, Field 2.
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