Reno 1868 FC fell 3-1 to Portland Timbers 2 on Saturday night at Greater Nevada Field. Forward Corey Hertzog tallied Reno’s lone goal in the 82nd minute. Midfielder Lindo Mfeka and defender Duke Lacroix were credited with assists on Hertzog’s goal. Hertzog is now at 13 goals this season, occupying sixth place among all USL Championship players for most goals in 2019.
Quakes goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski, defender Kevin Partida and midfielder Eric Calvillo were featured in the Starting XI for 1868. Quakes midfielder Siad Haji entered the match as a substitute in the 71st minute.
Reno remain in third place in the Western Conference and aim to return to winning ways when they host Fresno FC on Saturday, Sept. 7 at Greater Nevada Field.
1868 will celebrate Noche Latina on Saturday. Noche Latina will kick off with the Súper Clásico de Leyendas match between America Leyendas and Leyendas de Guadalajara (4 p.m. PT). Reno’s USL fixture versus against Fresno FC is set for 6:45 p.m. PT and will be streamed on ESPN+. Tickets for Saturday’s doubleheader can be purchased
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