Comeback thrillers dominate Metro's third week of action

By Charlie Corr
East Region Contributor

Brooklyn City FC overcame a two-goal halftime deficit for a win. New Jersey Alliance FC overcame two deficits for a road draw. The New York Athletic Club provided the most dramatic of finishes against Downtown United SC, overcoming a three-goal halftime deficit and slotting home an equalizing penalty kick to end the match.

Needless to say, the third week of the WPSL's Metro Conference had its share of comebacks and late drama as the 2022 season heats up.

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Healthier, experienced N.J. Alliance FC primed for improved season

By Charlie Corr
East Region Contributor

New Jersey Alliance FC head coach Danny Mendoza was brought in by his friend and former Alliance FC coach Claudio Fontalvo while the 2021 WPSL season was in progress. Mendoza's task was to provide his opinion and critique on a squad that endured a bevy of injuries within the roster and shortcomings on the scoreboard.

One recent match is difficult to tell an entire story, but Alliance FC's 2022 campaign is already off to an improved start.

"I feel like the chemistry is better, the atmosphere is better, and everybody is driven to try and change from last year," Mendoza said. "There are a lot of positive vibes and determination to do what we initially wanted to do last year."

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2022 WPSL Preview: Metro Conference Capsules

By Charlie Corr
East Region Contributor

The Women's Premier Soccer League's 2022 campaign in the East Region will certainly have a different feel, particularly in the newly adjusted Metropolitan Conference. The seven-team group features two expansion clubs and two teams that went undefeated in their respective 2021 conference slates, making for an intriguing mix of newcomers and league staples battling it out this summer.

For the full team-by-team breakdown and season preview, visit WPSLsoccer.com.