Papillion, NE – In a tough match at Werner Park, Central Valley Fuego FC put up a spirited fight against Union Omaha, though the evening ended with a 3-1 scoreline in favor of the home side. While Omaha capitalized on key moments, Fuego showed resilience and determination until the final whistle.
The game started on a challenging note for Fuego when Union Omaha’s Josué Gómez struck first in the 15th minute, assisted by Ryen Jiba. Despite this early setback, Fuego kept their composure, with Sean Vinberg strategically using a tactical foul at the 20th minute to disrupt Omaha’s momentum. Heading into halftime down by only one, Fuego restructured with a substitution, bringing on the energetic Ashkanov Apollon in place of Kevin Garcia.
Unfortunately, the second half saw Omaha extend their lead quickly. An early goal from Ryen Jiba in the 53rd minute and another by Mark Bronnik in the 59th minute put Fuego at a 3-0 disadvantage. Yet, rather than backing down, Fuego intensified their efforts, showing grit even as the clock wound down.
Their persistence paid off in the 89th minute when Javier Mariona found the net, assisted by substitute Zahir Vazquez. The late goal underscored Fuego’s tenacity and gave traveling fans something to cheer for. While the final score didn’t reflect Fuego’s effort and the hard-fought battles on the pitch, the match showed the team’s unyielding spirit and potential to bounce back.
About Central Valley Fuego FC:
Established in 2002, Central Valley Fuego FC is the region’s sole professional soccer club. Competing in USL League One, the club made its professional debut in April 2022. In 2024, all home matches will be hosted at Fresno State Soccer Stadium. Central Valley Fuego FC is dedicated to uniting the community through the love of soccer. For more information, visit www.fuegofc.com
