Man of the Match: In his third match with the Monarchs after being acquired earlier this month, Darón Iskenderian scored the lone Monarchs goal in a 4-1 loss. Iskenderian was brought down in the box in first half stoppage time and shot high into the top netting on the penalty attempt. It is his first career MLS NEXT Pro goal.
Telling Stats: Real Monarchs have been outscored 18-10 through seven matches at home, with a 1-5-1 record when playing at Zions Bank Stadium, the second-least number of points won at home in the league.
What You Missed: St. Louis City SC 2 waited just 45 seconds to score the first goal of the night. AJ Palazzolo picked up a loose ball in the box and slotted a shot into the right side netting, catching the glove of Fernando Delgado before going in. The Monarchs defense broke down again in the 21st minute when Jude Wellings was pick-pocketed by Sergio Rivas, who blasted a shot past Delgado. Julian Vazquez had a clear opportunity on goal in the 33rd minute but his shot was saved by the chest of goalkeeper Michael Creek. St. Louis extended its lead in the 42nd when Wan Kuzain curled a one-timer, leaving Delgado frozen on his line. Real Monarchs pulled a goal back in first half stoppage time when Daron Iskenderian capitalized on a penalty kick after being brought down in the box. St. Louis came out of the break firing once again, scoring a fourth goal in the 46th minute via Dida Armstrong. The action slowed down the rest of the half, and the match finished 4-1 in favor of St. Louis.
What’s Next?:Real Monarchs are on the road next Sunday, June 25 to take on Portland Timbers2 at 7:00 p.m. MT. The team will return to Zions Bank Stadium on June 30 to face Austin FC II for the Club’s annual Pride Night at 8:00 p.m. MT.
