Richmond Kickers 2:0 New York Cosmos — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Richmond Kickers beat New York Cosmos 2-0 in USL League One, with Darwin Espinal scoring both goals. Espinal struck before half-time and again early in the second half to settle the contest.

Espinal put Richmond ahead in the 33rd minute, converting after Hayden Anderson's assist. He doubled the lead in the 53rd minute with a second goal, and Richmond managed the game from there.

The Kickers had 17 total shots to the Cosmos' nine and six on target to four, yet saw less of the ball with 43% possession. They took their chances; Espinal's brace made the difference.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Richmond Kickers vs New York Cosmos?

Richmond Kickers 2-0 New York Cosmos (USL League One).

Who scored?

Darwin Espinal (33', assist Hayden Anderson) for Richmond Kickers; Darwin Espinal (53') for Richmond Kickers.

Were there any cards in Richmond Kickers vs New York Cosmos?

Yellow cards: Owen O'Malley (Richmond Kickers); Ajmeer Spengler (New York Cosmos); Patrick Kader Bohui (New York Cosmos); Davide Galazzini (New York Cosmos); Ali Sasankhah (Richmond Kickers).

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