Liberty Shut Out FC Carolina 2-0
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The Greenville Liberty shutout FC Carolina’s 2-0 on the road on Saturday, with second half goals from Haley Schueppert and Christian Brathwaite pushing Greenville over the top for its first win since May.
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— Greenville Liberty (@gvl_liberty) June 17, 2023
The second of three road matches for Greenville began with a blistering 3:00 PM kickoff. When both teams stepped on the pitch, it was clear there would be a very even fight. Greenville found success in the width, able to attack Carolina’s left flank and defenders. Despite shifting the play forward, the Liberty were unable to complete a cross early. Midway through the half, FCC launched a trio of corner kicks which narrowly led to a goal but were defended well by the Liberty. Despite opportunities, neither team dominated in the offense and the first half concluded 0-0.
No points on the scoreboard yet for either side ⚖️
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— Greenville Liberty (@gvl_liberty) June 17, 2023
With 45’ left of regular time the Greenville Liberty returned to the field in the same fashion they left. The South Carolina team earned an early corner kick and arched the ball to the back post. The ball bobbled around the 18-yard box then landed at captain, Haley Schueppert’s feet and she smashed it into the back of the net. Greenville led the half with breakaway along the outside but FC Carolina’s tested Liberty goalkeeper, Georgia Kantsonouri following the water break. In the 73rd minute a strike from FCC dinged off the crossbar and was cleared out safely removing Greenville from harm. Greenville rounded out regular time with a 1-0 lead until Clemson University alumni, Julie Mackin streaked down the field to a one-on-one goal scoring opportunity. Mackin was fouled in the box before she was able to strike, and a penalty kick was awarded to Greenville. Midfielder, Christian Brathwaite stepped up for the kick and promptly tucked the ball away to make it 2-0 Liberty shutout before the whistle blew.
46' – Haley Schueppert scores her second goal of the year and puts Greenville ahead 1-0!
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— Greenville Liberty (@gvl_liberty) June 17, 2023
The Greenville Liberty will play June 20th at WakeMed against the NC Courage, before returning home for its regular season finale on June 28th.
93' – Christian Brathwaite tucks it away for a 2-0 lead.
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— Greenville Liberty (@gvl_liberty) June 17, 2023
The Liberty win 2-0!! 💪
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— Greenville Liberty (@gvl_liberty) June 17, 2023
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