Detroit City FC will play sold-out, nationally televised game on Saturday
Saturday is going to be a historic match day for the Detroit City FC soccer team for multiple reasons. DCFC will play in the first USL Championship game to air live on ESPN when it faces El Paso Locomotive FC on Saturday at noon. According to a release from the team, DCFC sold out its 2017 NPSL National Semifinal against Midland-Odessa on matchday. Keyworth has hosted 7,000-plus for a DCFC match on nine occasions, as recently as last week with an announced crowd of 7,011 against Sacramento. Fans can also watch the game on the ESPN+ streaming service.
mlive.comDetroit City Football Club wins first-ever matchup with MLS team
While the City of Detroit never landed a Major League Soccer franchise, we at least can now say we’ve beaten an MLS team with the Detroit City Football Club pulling off a thrilling 2-1 upset win Tuesday (April 19) night over the Columbus Crew.
Detroit City FC offering free tickets to Tigers season ticket holders amid MLB lockout
DETROIT – Opening Day in Detroit is on hold due to the Major League Baseball lockout. Detroit City FC said in a tweet that anyone with Detroit Tigers season tickets or tickets for Opening Day are eligible to receive free tickets to a Detroit City FC match in March or April. The club says it has set tickets to every home match at Keyworth Stadium aside. And there is no bigger sports tradition in Detroit than baseball’s opening day.”“MLB will not start on schedule. One that won’t ask them to wait.”Anyone interested in claiming tickets can show their season tickets or home opener tickets to a ticket agent.
mlive.comWMU-bound Madison Salzenstein named Ms. Soccer days after leading Country Day to state title
Between graduating high school on Friday and leading her Detroit Country Day girls soccer team to a state championship on Saturday, the past week has been a whirlwind for Madison Salzenstein. When the Country Day senior learned that she was the Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Assocation’s pick for the 2021 Ms. Soccer award, Salzenstein’s week went from unforgettable to unreal. That growth was apparent during the 2021 state championship game, when she scored twice in Country Day’s 3-0 win over Boyne City. “ECNL (Elite Clubs National League) and high school and everything is one level, but college is a completely different level. “So, she’s absolutely ready to play at the college level.”More high school soccer coverageSee Michigan’s 2021 girls high school soccer all-state teamsTop 5 performances from Michigan’s 2021 girls high school soccer state finalsOur 25 favorite photo moments from the 2021 MHSAA girls soccer championshipsFrom game-time decision to game-winning goal, Julia Pietila played tough in Hartland soccer state title winHartland finishes chances, defeats Troy Athens for first girls soccer state titleWatch North Muskegon celebrate first state soccer title, see highlights and reactionNorth Muskegon’s ‘all in’ mantra leads to dominant finals performance, first state soccer titleNorth Muskegon keeper has seen many state finals football games; now she gets to vie for titleFreshman helps Bloomfield Hills Marian add state title to girls soccer dynastyWMU-bound Madison Salzenstein’s 2 goals lead Country Day to girls soccer state title
mlive.comDetroit City FC men’s side claims NISA fall championship
DETROIT – In its first professional season, the Detroit City FC men’s side defeated the Oakland Roots, 2-1, to claim the Fall National Independent Soccer Association title under the lights at Keyworth Stadium on Friday night. City got off to a slow-paced start as Oakland was able to hold on to large amounts of possession in the first half hour. Le Rouge created a few opportunities as a Kevin Venegas cross whipped across the box in the 15th minute but missed the foot of three separate DCFC players. Le Rouge entered the final 45 minutes once again needing a spark. Carroll played every minute over the five matches in the 12-day span for Le Rouge.
It looks like Detroit City FC is going pro after all
click to enlarge Jon Deboer/DCFCCongratulations, Le Rouge, you did it.Detroit City FC is now on track to join the new National Independent Soccer Association pro league, which kicks off in spring 2020.The announcement comes just weeks after DCFC's original plan to go pro imploded. DCFC had previously announced its intention to form a new National Premier Soccer League, but those plans fell through due to issues in obtaining insurance to cover the teams. The NISA league also includes Atlanta, Baton Rouge, Charlotte, Connecticut, Los Angeles, Miami, Orange County, Philadelphia, Providence, and San Diego. "Each has built their support the correct way and that support will sustain them and NISA for years to come. Congratulations to each of them (owners, staff, players, and supporters) for taking that step to play professional soccer.
metrotimes.comDetroit City FC to officially turn pro in 2020
Detroit City FC, the Hamtramck-based soccer team with a rabid following, had big plans this year to transition to a professional league after seven years as an amateur club. Crains Detroit Business also reported that there was some additional uncertainty because the club was still looking for a wealthy investor to buy into the teama requirement to become a professional club. Its one of three clubs joining the National Independent Soccer Association (NISA), along with Chattanooga FC and Oakland Roots SC. DCFC starts league matches in 2020 and is the only Midwest team. As part of joining the league, DCFC players will now receive salaries.
detroit.curbed.comStroh's is launching a new Detroit-brewed Lager
"Stroh's also produces its Bohemian Pilsner at Brew Detroit, and last summer rolled out a summer wheat called Spirit Witbier. "Working with local people and businesses to create Detroit Lager has been a a true collaboration that symbolizes our desire play a meaningful role in Detroits future. "Strohs tapped Detroit-based designer Jesse Kassel for the Detroit Lager label design and an update for the Bohemian Pilsner. The oxblood and gold Detroit Lager label is a tribute to Detroit City FC, of which Stroh's is a sponsor.Strohs Detroit Lager will be available in cans and bottles at select bars and retailers throughout Michigan beginning Aug. 12. It will also be available to sample at Best of Detroit party on Saturday, Aug. 17 at the Roostertail.
metrotimes.comDetroit City FC's dream to join a new professional soccer league has fallen apart for now
Three defectors headed for greener or at least more stable pastures in the National Independent Soccer Association, a direct competitor to the Founders Cup, when it launches in September.Its frustrating. Like, whos going to be the first one to bail, Mann toldin an extensive interview. That came down the second or third week in June, which caused kind of a mad scramble. Ultimately, the biggest thing is we committed to our fans that were playing games this fall. I was able to maneuver the schedule so that we kept all the original home dates and away dates, Mann told.
metrotimes.comAFC Ann Arbor to face off against Detroit City FC Sunday
ANN ARBOR - The Mighty Oak's second-to-last home game is going to be a big one. See them play rivals Detroit City FC at Concordia University on Sunday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.With the 2019 National Premier Soccer League Great Lakes Conference regular season nearing its end, AFC Ann Arbor is hoping to tally another win against Le Rouge. AFC's all-time time record versus Detroit: four wins, two draws and two losses. So go yell "Come on You Might Oak" at the top of your lungs and show your support in this anticipated match in Ann Arbor. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
The ultimate guide to Detroit City FC and Keyworth Stadium
Share All sharing options for: The ultimate guide to Detroit City FC and Keyworth StadiumIn 2012, Detroit City FC (a.k.a. DCFC, City, Le Rouge) started as an experiment in amateur soccer. In 2016 it moved to Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck after raising over $740,000 in community investment. You can also buy alcohol from Blakes Hard Cider, Brew Detroit, Strohs, and Detroit City Distillery, as well as several kinds of non-alcoholic beverages. May 20, 2016: DCFC plays its first-ever match at Keyworth Stadium in front of a sold-out crowd of 7,410 against Ann Arbor FC.
detroit.curbed.comPlayers travel from Iowa to participate in DCFC tryouts
WATERFORD, Mich. – Detroit City FC held tryouts for the 2015 season Friday, with over 60 participants showing up and registering for the two-hour event at Oakland Yard in Waterford. Levi Fistrovic, Ross Hendry, Charles McInnes and Kyamran Tairov used to play for NPSL's Quad City team before it became inactive. "Everyone knows about Detroit City FC. "So it's got to be 'you'll never walk alone, walk on, walk on, with hope in your heart." Detroit City FC will open the season with a friendly against the Muskegon Risers on May 9.
Detroit City FC fans honor slain soccer referee with red card salute
DETROIT – Fans at Sunday's Detroit City FC game stood for a minute of silence to remember and honor a soccer referee who died this past week after being struck by a player during an adult league match in Livonia. At the 44th minute of City's game against the Cincinnati Saints, everyone in the stands stood up holding a red card for a minute of silence. There also was a minute of silence at the beginning of the match. Story: Thursday funeral set for soccer ref attacked at gameThe demonstration was done in memory of 44-year-old John Bieniewicz. It is alleged a player intentionally punched Bieniewicz while objecting to being ejected from the game on June 29 at Mies Park in Livonia.
Detroit City FC shuts out new cross-town rival Michigan Stars, 3-0
DETROIT – Detroit City FC hosted the Michigan Stars Friday night in front of a record crowd at Cass Tech High School with 2,641 in attendance. Myers came up with the third goal of the night in the 40th minute off a throw-in by Cyrus Saydee. Full Screen 1 / 28Next game:Detroit City FC will host another new Michigan team, Lansing United, at Cass Tech High School at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 23. Lansing United's coach Eric Rudland's first game of their inaugural season ended in a tie Friday night against Indiana Fire. Lansing will face the Michigan Stars on Sunday to see if they can bring their points up to 4 in the season with Detroit City leading the pack with 6 points and a 2-0-0 record.
Detroit City FC loses U.S. Open Cup match in PKs
LIVONIA, Mich. – Detroit City FC was leading 2-1 late in the game, but couldn't hold on and ended up falling short in penalty kicks. RWB Adria scored in the last minute of stoppage time Wednesday night to force extra time in their first round match of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup at Livonia Stevenson High School. Adria scored the first goal of the match, but City stormed back. The teams went to extra time tied at 2-2 and needed penalty kicks to decide the match. Detroit City FC vs. Cincinnati SaintsWhen: 1 p.m. Saturday, May 10Where: Cass Tech High SchoolTickets: Tickets are $10 at the gate and $8 if ordered here.