Brooklyn FC vs. Dallas Trinity FC
Venue: Rocco B. Commisso Soccer Stadium; New York, NY
Kickoff: Wednesday, September 25; 7:30 p.m. ET
Weather: Cloudy, 67°
Broadcast: Peacocktv.com
Things to Know
- This will be the first midweek match of the Super League season.
- Wednesday’s match will be Brooklyn’s home opener at Rocco B. Commisso Soccer Stadium.
- Wednesday’s match will also be the first time Brooklyn plays under the helm of new head coach Jessica Silva.
- Both teams are returning to action after recording wins in Week 5. Brooklyn defeated Tampa Bay Sun 1-0, and Dallas won 6-2 against Lexington SC.
- Brooklyn’s Isabel Cox played four years together with Dallas’ Julia Dorsey and Sam Meza for the UNC Tar Heels women’s soccer team.
- Brooklyn’s Emily Yaple and Dallas’ Hailey Davidson played together from 2020-22 at the University of Pittsburgh.
Players to Watch
BKN – Jessica Garziano: The St. John’s alum has been a force for Brooklyn’s front line in the team’s first two matches. Garziano has totaled three shots with two on target and has won 5 of 6 tackles and 11 of 18 duels.
DAL – Amber Brooks: The Trinity’s captain Amber Brooks has excelled on both sides of the ball to start the season. In Dallas’ last match, Brooks recorded a goal and two assists along with three interceptions and one clearance.
| Brooklyn FC | Dallas Trinity FC | |
| Head Coach | Jessica Silva | Chris Petrucelli (Acting HC) |
| Club Record | 1-0-1 | 1-0-2 |
| Standings | 6th | 3rd |
Carolina Ascent FC vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC
Venue: American Legion Memorial Stadium; Charlotte, NC
Kickoff: Friday, September 27; 7:30 p.m. ET
Weather: Cloudy with showers, 62°
Broadcast: Peacocktv.com
Things to Know
- Carolina Ascent is on a two-match winning streak after earning results against Fort Lauderdale and Spokane.
- Tampa is looking to rebound from its last loss to Brooklyn in Week 5.
- Former teammates facing off: Ashlynn Serepca and Riley Parker – University of Alabama; Sarah Troccoli and Kaylan Markese – University of Florida; Vicky Bruce and Brooke Hendrix – Glasgow Rangers
Players to Watch
CAR – Sydney Studer: Carolina’s center back has been a consistent piece of the backline through the first four matches. She is dominant in the air, leading the team in aerial duels won and resulting in her first goal for the club against Spokane. Studer has also recorded the most clearances (25) and blocks (3) for the team.
TB – Carlee Giammona: Giammona has become one of Tampa Bay’s main targets in its attack over the first few matches. The midfielder is one of team’s leaders in duels and tackles won as well as shots and shots on target.
| Carolina Ascent FC | Tampa Bay Sun FC | |
| Head Coach | Philip Poole | Denise Schilte-Brown |
| Club Record | 3-0-1 | 1-1-2 |
| Standings | 1st | 4th |
Brooklyn FC vs. Lexington SC
Venue: Rocco B. Commisso Soccer Stadium; New York, NY
Kickoff: Saturday, September 28; 7:30 p.m. ET
Weather: Partly cloudy, 62°
Broadcast: Peacocktv.com
Things to Know
- Saturday’s match will be Brooklyn’s second match of the week after facing Dallas on Wednesday.
- Lexington is looking for its first win of the season.
Players to Watch
BKN – Leah Scarpelli: The Penn State alum has been putting in work on Brooklyn’s backline. Scarpelli recorded six clearances and three tackles in the shutout against Tampa Bay, and she also leads the team in interceptions (7).
LEX – Madison Perez: The midfielder has been a set piece magician and currently leads the league with three assists from two free kicks and a corner. In Lexington’s last match, Perez created three chances and finished with 82.5% passing accuracy.
| Brooklyn FC | Dallas Trinity FC | |
| Head Coach | Jessica Silva | Mike Dickey |
| Club Record | 1-0-1 | 0-1-3 |
| Standings | 6th | 8th |
DC Power FC vs. Spokane Zephyr FC
Venue: Audi Field; Washington, D.C.
Kickoff: Sunday, September 29; 2 p.m. ET
Weather: Cloudy with showers, 60°
Broadcast: Peacocktv.com
Things to Know
- This is the second of two consecutive matchups between DC and Spokane. The Zephyr won 1-0 last week at home.
- DC Power is looking for its first win of the season.
Players to Watch
DC – Amber DiOrio: DiOrio stands her ground on DC’s back line and is one of the toughest center backs for attackers to get past. In last week’s match, DiOrio recorded three tackles, two clearances and an interception while maintaining 81% passing accuracy.
SPK – McKenzie Weinert: The striker looked more and more confident in the last match and frequently challenged DC’s defense from all around the box and with both feet. She forced two huge saves out of goalkeeper Morgan Aquino and likely will again on Sunday.
| DC Power FC | Spokane Zephyr FC | |
| Head Coach | Frédéric Brillant | Jo Johnson |
| Club Record | 0-3-2 | 1-1-2 |
| Standings | 7th | 5th |