FC Cincinnati Stuns NYCFC with Four-Goal Comeback to Win Leagues Cup Group East 1

In a thrilling showdown at TQL Stadium, FC Cincinnati orchestrated a remarkable comeback to defeat New York City FC 4-2, clinching the top spot in Leagues Cup Group East 1. Trailing 2-0 after 61 minutes, Cincinnati erupted with four goals in the final 11 minutes, all from substitutes, to secure their historic victory.

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The match began with NYCFC taking control, with Santiago Rodríguez opening the scoring in the 26th minute, followed by Jovan Mijatović doubling the lead in the 61st. Cincinnati struggled to find their footing early on, but everything changed when Pavel Bucha scored in the 79th minute, igniting a flurry of goals. Yamil Asad equalized just three minutes later, followed by Yuya Kubo in the 86th, and Sergio Santos sealed the victory in the 89th minute.

This victory marks the first time in FC Cincinnati's history that they have come back to win from a two-goal deficit. The fact that all four goals came from different substitutes is a first in Leagues Cup history and an impressive feat in Major League Soccer (MLS) as well.

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With this win, FC Cincinnati will host Mexican club Santos Laguna on August 9th at TQL Stadium in the Leagues Cup Round of 32. Tickets for the match will be available starting Tuesday, August 6th, with a priority window for season ticket holders and reserve members before opening to the general public.

Match Highlights:

• NYCFC Goals: Santiago Rodríguez scored in the 26th minute, and Jovan Mijatović added a second in the 61st minute.

• FC Cincinnati Goals: Pavel Bucha in the 79th minute, Yamil Asad in the 82nd, Yuya Kubo in the 86th, and Sergio Santos in the 89th.

• Notable Achievements: This match marked FC Cincinnati's first comeback victory from a two-goal deficit, with all goals scored by substitutes, a first in both Leagues Cup and MLS history.

Key Stats:

• Shots: Cincinnati 20, NYCFC 15

• Shots on Goal: Cincinnati 8, NYCFC 9

• Saves: Cincinnati 7, NYCFC 4

• Possession: Cincinnati 49.5%, NYCFC 50.5%

FC Cincinnati will be looking to build on this momentum as they prepare to face Santos Laguna in the next round. Fans can catch the game on MLS Season Pass via Apple TV or listen locally on ESPN 1530 or La Mega 97.7 FM.