Memphis, TENN. (May 25, 2024) – Memphis 901 FC used goals from Marlon and Oscar Jimenez to knock off Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC on Saturday night at AutoZone Park.
The Beale Street Boys’ attack prevailed against a strong Pittsburgh defense as 901 FC extended their unbeaten streak to five matches with four victories in their last five. Pittsburgh had conceded only four goals in the last seven matches before tonight’s meeting, but fell behind quickly with a 7th minute goal from Marlon and a score in the first minute of the second half from Oscar Jimenez.
Memphis grabbed the lead early when Marlon grabbed possession at the top of the box and took only two touches to beat the keeper and open scoring. Marlon has been one of the most dangerous attackers in the USL Championship with five goals and five assists over Memphis’s five-match unbeaten streak.
Luiz Fernando delivered a ball over the top to find Jimenez at the far post for the strike at an angle. The score marks the veteran defender’s first goal for the club.
Memphis moved to 5-5-1 with the victory rising up to the top half of the USL Championship Western Conference standings after 11 weeks of play.
Memphis 901 FC hits the road again to take on San Antonio FC on Saturday, June 1 at 8 p.m. CT. The Beale Street Boys return to AutoZone Park on Saturday, June 8 against the Colorado Springs Switchbacks.
POSTGAME QUOTE SHEET
Memphis 901 FC vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC | May 25, 2024 – AutoZone Park
Head Coach Stephen Glass
On getting the win and enjoying post-match fireworks:
“I enjoyed the two that went off when we scored more than any. It was a really good night. We knew what was coming afterward so it was important that we put on a good performance. It was difficult. Pittsburgh are a good team but the lads kept them in front. Hard night but well deserved for the players.”
On Marlon’s recent play:
“He was unfairly put in difficult positions early in the season due to necessity. We lost our fullbacks. He’s had an unbelievable May. I think if there’s another player in the league that’s had a better season, I’d be very surprised so we’re hopeful that people recognize how good he was. He’s brilliant from start to finish including Birmingham in late april. It’s important that we continue but we’re delighted with him and the credit goes to him for his work rate.”
On the early goal in the second half:
“I think Bob’s a very experienced and clever coach and changed a little bit at halftime. Our lads managed to get on top before it could influence the game. It was important we didn’t allow them to dictate play and get on top. The determination to go forward, make opportunities and not sit and wait to see what happens is the most pleasing part.”
On the team’s unbeaten run:
“We’re happy with the work we’ve done recently and we’re aware of how quick it can turn. We’ll always have that in the back of our mind. Having that early in the season has been a big driving force. We don’t want to go back to where we were. We felt we were performing well but the results weren’t coming. I think we’ve ground out a couple where we weren’t fantastic but we did enough to win games. Good teams do that and good teams win games like the players did tonight so it’s a good three points for us.”
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Joshua Clayton – Communications Coordinator
