Charleston Battery vs. FC Tulsa: Clash of USL Powerhouses at ONEOK Field
The Charleston Battery travel to face FC Tulsa in a crucial Week 7 matchup at ONEOK Field, Saturday, April 20, at 6 p.m. ET, airing on ESPN+. This marks their first and only meeting in the regular season, with the Battery aiming to extend their unbeaten streak. Charleston comes off back-to-back wins, with Nick Markanich's standout performances earning him Player of the Week honors.
By the Numbers- Charleston Battery: 4 wins, 0 losses, 3 draws, 15 points
- Tulsa: 1 win, 2 losses, 1 draw, 5 points
- Charleston ranks first in the Eastern Conference, while Tulsa is ninth in the Western Conference
Tulsa showcasing resilience with a recent victory in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, and their draw against Sacramento Republic FC highlights their potential to challenge Charleston.
State of Play- Charleston maintains an impressive away record, unbeaten in five away matches
- Nick Markanich leads with 6 goals, Adam Grinwis with 3 shutouts, and Graham Smith with a league-leading 39 clearances
The match promises a clash of top offenses and strong defenses, with Charleston aiming to maintain their league-leading position with a decisive performance against Tulsa.
Bottom LineCharleston Battery's dominance this season, led by key players like Markanich and Grinwis, positions them as formidable contenders as they strive for another victory on the road against Tulsa.
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