Murphy stays hot as 901 FC picks up three points in Birmingham
New goalkeeper Kyle Morton also has a strong match as club picks up its third victory of the year.
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New goalkeeper Kyle Morton also has a strong match as club picks up its third victory of the year.
Kyle Murphy’s good form is one reason for optimism heading into Saturday’s visit to division-leading Birmingham.
Kyle Morton, on loan from Houston in Major League Soccer, has had success with Pittsburgh and Saint Louis in USL Championship.
Kyle Murphy scores twice as 901 FC runs its record to 2-3-4. The draw leaves Memphis with 11 points through its first nine games of the season (two wins and three ties).
Northern Ireland native brings size and passing skills to Memphis’ back line.
Memphis 901 FC played one of its best matches of the season, dominating possession and creating solid chance after solid chance against Sporting Kansas City. But the visitors left with a win.
Coach Ben Pirmann calls the first-half showing in last week’s loss to OKC Energy “unacceptable” and says “it won’t happen again.”
Fatigue was undoubtedly a factor as Memphis peppered the visitors from Oklahoma City with chances in the second half but couldn’t find the net.
With John Berner injured late and no available subs, Mark Segbers sees out gritty win over Atlanta United 2.
The club’s first no-restrictions home game since March 2020 offers a chance to get back on track quickly after a frustrating loss in Louisville.
Fullback Mark Segbers, who led the team in touches, passes and possessions gained, was named Memphis’ man of the match. 901 FC will be back in AutoZone Park this week to face Atlanta.
Roster looking more normal ahead of Saturday’s trip to Louisville.
Coming on as a late sub against Indy Eleven, the high school senior made Memphis 901 FC history.
Michael Salazar, Kyle Murphy score as Memphis defeats Indy Eleven soccer for the first time. Collierville High’s Matt Brucker makes club history as Memphis’ youngest player ever to appear in a game.
Matt Brucker of Collierville and Max Talley of Houston will keep future high school, college eligibility.
Team will be shorthanded for Saturday’s visit to Group F leader Indy Eleven, but coach Ben Pirmann has high hopes, especially for Andre Reynolds and Brecc Evans.
Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago continue their quest with two World Cup qualifiers each in the next week.
Memphis goalkeeper John Berner has another good showing. Next up: A road game against Indy Eleven on Saturday, June 5.
Kadeem Dacres scores a goal and assists on another in his 901 FC debut.
The veteran’s presence was one of the bright spots in season-opening loss to Birmingham Legion.
New goalkeeper John Berner keeps Memphis in it early before Birmingham picks up the three points.
First-year head coach likes team’s work ethic in advance of Saturday’s season opener in Birmingham.
Tycho Collins, the team’s first academy signing, has had trials in England, the Netherlands and China.
The fullback and midfielder are the only two remaining from the inaugural 2019 season roster.
The 24-year-old was North Carolina FC’s most valuable player in 2020.