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York United defeats Pacific FC in a tight playoff clash
Toronto, Ontario – York United overcame Pacific FC with a 2-0 victory in an exciting Canadian Premier League playoff match at York Lions Stadium. The game was characterized by intensity and the fight for control.
The first half was quite balanced, with both teams displaying dynamic offensive play but failing to find the back of the net. However, the tension was palpable with two yellow cards for York United, the first for J. Cordova in the 40th minute and the second for D. Salanovic in the 43rd minute.
The second half brought more excitement. York United opened the scoring in the 47th minute thanks to a goal from O. Leon, assisted by J. Cordova. The goal woke up Pacific FC, who desperately searched for an equalizer, but they encountered a strong York United defense.
As the match progressed, the pace intensified. Both teams made strategic changes in search of victory. In the 64th minute, D. Zanatta received a yellow card for Pacific FC, further complicating the situation for the visiting team.
York United capitalized on the opportunity to seal their victory in the 90th minute with a stunning goal by M. Babouli, assisted by S. Marquez. The goal closed the scoring and put an end to a game full of emotion and tension.
Match statistics:
York United: 47% possession, 8 shots (4 on target, 2 off target), 5 corners, 15 fouls, 2 yellows, 0 reds
Pacific FC: 53% possession, 6 shots (1 on target, 2 off target), 5 corners, 15 fouls, 1 yellow, 0 reds
Match details:
Date: October 23, 2024
City: Toronto, Ontario
Stadium: York Lions Stadium
Referee: M. Souaré
League: Canadian Premier League
Season: 2024
Round: Playoffs
Country: Canada
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Substitutions york united: at minute 60 J. Martinez came in and M. Baldisimo went out., at minute 73 S. Marquez came in and K. Kibato went out., at minute 73 S. Jimoh came in and D. Salanovic went out.
Substitutions pacific fc: at minute 62 J. Heard came in and A. Reid went out., at minute 83 Z. Bahous came in and S. Yeates went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
York United
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