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The USL League One Playoffs presented by TwinSpires continues Saturday when FC Tucson heads to Nebraska to take on Union Omaha in the semifinals. 

A late goal from Deri Corfe secured victory for the club against the Richmond Kickers in the quarterfinals. With the win, the club will face Omaha for the fifth time this season and the third time in Nebraska. 

The semifinal will kickoff at 3 p.m. at Werner Park, and will stream live on ESPN+. 

The USL League One Playoffs presented by TwinSpires continues Saturday when FC Tucson heads to Nebraska to take on Union Omaha in the semifinals. 

A late goal from Deri Corfe secured victory for the club against the Richmond Kickers in the quarterfinals. With the win, the club will face Omaha for the fifth time this season and the third time in Nebraska. 

The semifinal will kickoff at 3 p.m. at Werner Park, and will stream live on ESPN+. 

In the last meeting between the two clubs, an early penalty converted by Charlie Dennis secured the 1-0 victory for Tucson. All matches played between the two this season have been decided by just one goal. 

Defender Noah Franke, who played his college soccer at Creighton in Omaha, slotted a cross on the ground for João Delgado. Delgado was knocked down by a defender in the box, and Maxi Schenfeld blasted the ball into the back of the net. But the referee waved off the advantage — and the goal — and instead awarded FC Tucson a penalty kick. 

Dennis easily converted the kick. 

In the last meeting between the two clubs, an early penalty converted by Charlie Dennis secured the 1-0 victory for Tucson. All matches played between the two this season have been decided by just one goal. 

Defender Noah Franke, who played his college soccer at Creighton in Omaha, slotted a cross on the ground for João Delgado. Delgado was knocked down by a defender in the box, and Maxi Schenfeld blasted the ball into the back of the net. But the referee waved off the advantage — and the goal — and instead awarded FC Tucson a penalty kick. 

Dennis easily converted the kick. 

Union Omaha (14-5-9, 51 points) secured first place in USL League One standings this season, and were awarded home field advantage in the playoffs. They also received a bye week, with their last match taking place on October 30. 

On October 30, Omaha was able to grab a point against North Texas SC. North Texas Forward Kamungo sprinted up the field from his own half, taking on four Omaha defenders, to open the scoring in the 35th minute. 

Omaha midfielder John Murphy was fouled in the box and was awarded a penalty kick from the referee. Nick Firmino stepped up and converted the penalty in the 90th minute, securing a draw with North Texas. 

FC Tucson (11-10-7, 40 points) secured fourth place in USL League One after a 4-2 win over the Richmond Kickers on October 30. The club did not secure a bye week, and once again played Richmond at Kino North Stadium on November 6. 

The winner will play in the USL League One Championship match against the winner of the Greenville Triumph SC versus Chattanooga Red Wolves SC.

Union Omaha (14-5-9, 51 points) secured first place in USL League One standings this season, and were awarded home field advantage in the playoffs. They also received a bye week, with their last match taking place on October 30. 

On October 30, Omaha was able to grab a point against North Texas SC. North Texas Forward Kamungo sprinted up the field from his own half, taking on four Omaha defenders, to open the scoring in the 35th minute. 

Omaha midfielder John Murphy was fouled in the box and was awarded a penalty kick from the referee. Nick Firmino stepped up and converted the penalty in the 90th minute, securing a draw with North Texas. 

FC Tucson (11-10-7, 40 points) secured fourth place in USL League One after a 4-2 win over the Richmond Kickers on October 30. The club did not secure a bye week, and once again played Richmond at Kino North Stadium on November 6. 

The winner will play in the USL League One Championship match against the winner of the Greenville Triumph SC versus Chattanooga Red Wolves SC.

A late goal in the final minutes of Saturday's match secured a USL League One semifinal spot for FC Tucson. Although the club is no stranger to the postseason, this is its first appearance as a professional team. 

After the match, FC Tucson's history changed once again. 

A late goal in the final minutes of Saturday’s match secured a USL League One semifinal spot for FC Tucson. Although the club is no stranger to the postseason, this is its first appearance as a professional team. 

After the match, FC Tucson’s history changed once again. 

Deri Corfe's 87th-minute goal against the Richmond Kickers on Saturday night was the 14th time in FC Tucson history in which the club have pulled out a result at Kino North Stadium in the 70th minute or later. 

Corfe's goal also added to a season of late-game heroics for FC Tucson. It was the fourth time that FC Tucson managed a win or draw with a goal in the 74th minute or later in 2021. In August, Corfe also netted a goal in the 81st minute to pull out a 1-1 draw at North Texas SC. 

Of FC Tucson's seven postseason wins in team history, five have been decided in the final eight minutes. For of those five late playoff wins have come at home. 

Deri Corfe’s 87th-minute goal against the Richmond Kickers on Saturday night was the 14th time in FC Tucson history in which the club have pulled out a result at Kino North Stadium in the 70th minute or later. 

Corfe’s goal also added to a season of late-game heroics for FC Tucson. It was the fourth time that FC Tucson managed a win or draw with a goal in the 74th minute or later in 2021. In August, Corfe also netted a goal in the 81st minute to pull out a 1-1 draw at North Texas SC. 

Of FC Tucson’s seven postseason wins in team history, five have been decided in the final eight minutes. For of those five late playoff wins have come at home. 

This year, for the first time in team history, FC Tucson has three players who have scored nine goals or more in all matches, including preseason and postseason. By scoring Saturday, Deri Corfe netted his ninth goal of the season to join Shak Adams (10 goals) and Charlie Dennis (9 goals) at the top of the 2021 list. 

The win over the Richmond Kickers on Saturday secured a Final Four berth and FC Tucson's deepest postseason run in team history. As a PDL team, the club reached the final eight on four occasions before being eliminated. 

This year, for the first time in team history, FC Tucson has three players who have scored nine goals or more in all matches, including preseason and postseason. By scoring Saturday, Deri Corfe netted his ninth goal of the season to join Shak Adams (10 goals) and Charlie Dennis (9 goals) at the top of the 2021 list. 

The win over the Richmond Kickers on Saturday secured a Final Four berth and FC Tucson’s deepest postseason run in team history. As a PDL team, the club reached the final eight on four occasions before being eliminated. 

Saturday night's attendance was the 14th biggest crowd in team history. It was the club's sixth highest attendance for a league game and the largest crowd in the team's three-year USL League One history. 

The club travels to Nebraska to take on Union Omaha in the semifinals. The watch party will be held at American Eat Co. & Market and start at 2 p.m.

Saturday night’s attendance was the 14th biggest crowd in team history. It was the club’s sixth highest attendance for a league game and the largest crowd in the team’s three-year USL League One history. 

The club travels to Nebraska to take on Union Omaha in the semifinals. The watch party will be held at American Eat Co. & Market and start at 2 p.m.

Amanda Powers has made a significant impact with FC Tucson and the greater Tucson community in her short time as club president. 

Powers was recognized for her efforts as she was named to Tucson's 40 under 40 class of 2021. 

Powers was named club president in January of 2020, just the second woman to be a president of a men's professional soccer team in the United States.

Under her leadership, FC Tucson reached the playoffs for the first time as a pro team in 2021. She has also worked to connect the club to the community, creating initiatives such as the COX Community corner. She has helped create meaningful and positive changes in Tucson through her work with the club. 

The Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Snell & Wilmer, the Arizona Daily Star, and the Selection Committee select 40 people each year who are stewards of family, of community, of values, and of purpose. They are leaders who sustain and inspire hopes for a bigger, brighter and bolder future in their professional and personal lives. 

RELATED: Complete 40 Under 40 Class

Powers, along with the other honorees in the 2021 40 Under 40 Class will be recognized at the awards breakfast on Dec. 7 at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort.

Amanda Powers has made a significant impact with FC Tucson and the greater Tucson community in her short time as club president. 

Powers was recognized for her efforts as she was named to Tucson’s 40 under 40 class of 2021. 

Powers was named club president in January of 2020, just the second woman to be a president of a men’s professional soccer team in the United States.

Under her leadership, FC Tucson reached the playoffs for the first time as a pro team in 2021. She has also worked to connect the club to the community, creating initiatives such as the COX Community corner. She has helped create meaningful and positive changes in Tucson through her work with the club. 

The Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Snell & Wilmer, the Arizona Daily Star, and the Selection Committee select 40 people each year who are stewards of family, of community, of values, and of purpose. They are leaders who sustain and inspire hopes for a bigger, brighter and bolder future in their professional and personal lives. 

RELATED: Complete 40 Under 40 Class

Powers, along with the other honorees in the 2021 40 Under 40 Class will be recognized at the awards breakfast on Dec. 7 at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort.

FC Tucson midfielder Charlie Dennis and defender Noah Franke have been named to the USL League One All-League Second Team for the 2021 season. 

Each club's management voted on the top performing players of the year. 

FC Tucson midfielder Charlie Dennis and defender Noah Franke have been named to the USL League One All-League Second Team for the 2021 season. 

Each club’s management voted on the top performing players of the year. 

Franke makes the team after having a strong season defensively and offensively. Defensively, he was a staple in Tucson's backline by winning 31 tackles gaining a 71.1 percent success rate while recording 148 recoveries. He also ranked 11th in the league with 43 interceptions made all season. 

Franke was also solid up front by grabbing four assists this season. He also had 20 chances created and had an overall passing accuracy rate of 82.7 percent. 

Franke makes the team after having a strong season defensively and offensively. Defensively, he was a staple in Tucson’s backline by winning 31 tackles gaining a 71.1 percent success rate while recording 148 recoveries. He also ranked 11th in the league with 43 interceptions made all season. 

Franke was also solid up front by grabbing four assists this season. He also had 20 chances created and had an overall passing accuracy rate of 82.7 percent. 

Dennis was the lynchpin in FC Tucson's midfield this year. He led the team with nine goals and eight assists, finishing tied for second in the league in the latter. He also ranked sixth in the league with 43 key passes and completed 79.2 percent of his passes overall. 

FC Tucson continues its road to the Championship on Saturday November 13 with a trip to Union Omaha. The club is hosting a watch party at American Eat Co. starting at 2 p.m. on Saturday. 

Dennis was the lynchpin in FC Tucson’s midfield this year. He led the team with nine goals and eight assists, finishing tied for second in the league in the latter. He also ranked sixth in the league with 43 key passes and completed 79.2 percent of his passes overall. 

FC Tucson continues its road to the Championship on Saturday November 13 with a trip to Union Omaha. The club is hosting a watch party at American Eat Co. starting at 2 p.m. on Saturday. 

A late goal from Deri Corfe sealed a 1-0 win over the Richmond Kickers in the quarterfinals of the USL League One playoffs presented by TwinSpires. 

The victory secured a trip to Nebraska as the club faces Union Omaha in the semifinals, and FC Tucson will be host a watch party at American Eat Co. & Market for all fans who are not traveling to Omaha. 

RELATED: American Eat Co. Website

A late goal from Deri Corfe sealed a 1-0 win over the Richmond Kickers in the quarterfinals of the USL League One playoffs presented by TwinSpires. 

The victory secured a trip to Nebraska as the club faces Union Omaha in the semifinals, and FC Tucson will be host a watch party at American Eat Co. & Market for all fans who are not traveling to Omaha. 

RELATED: American Eat Co. Website

The event will begin at 2 p.m. and the game will kickoff at 3 p.m. Fans are encouraged to wear black at the watch party to showcase our support of the Men in Black at home. 

Merchandise will be on sale at the event as well. Few limited edition items, such as the Día de los Muertos hoodie and t-shirt, and the 2021 USL League One Playoff tee, are still available for purchase. 

The club's reserve squad will also be attending the event to showcase their support for the team and party with the fans. 

MATCH CENTER: FC Tucson vs Richmond Kickers

American Eat Co. & Market will also be hosting their Weekend of Giving on Saturday from 5-9 p.m. There will be live music, games, and pop ups at the event. 

Attendees are encouraged to donate items such as non-perishable food, kids pajamas, kids books and monetary donations. All proceeds will benefit Mariachi Aztlan of Pueblo High School, Angel Heart Pajama Project, and Quincie Douglas Community Center / Tucson Urban League. 

The event will begin at 2 p.m. and the game will kickoff at 3 p.m. Fans are encouraged to wear black at the watch party to showcase our support of the Men in Black at home. 

Merchandise will be on sale at the event as well. Few limited edition items, such as the Día de los Muertos hoodie and t-shirt, and the 2021 USL League One Playoff tee, are still available for purchase. 

The club’s reserve squad will also be attending the event to showcase their support for the team and party with the fans. 

MATCH CENTER: FC Tucson vs Richmond Kickers

American Eat Co. & Market will also be hosting their Weekend of Giving on Saturday from 5-9 p.m. There will be live music, games, and pop ups at the event. 

Attendees are encouraged to donate items such as non-perishable food, kids pajamas, kids books and monetary donations. All proceeds will benefit Mariachi Aztlan of Pueblo High School, Angel Heart Pajama Project, and Quincie Douglas Community Center / Tucson Urban League. 

An amazing turn in the box and a stunning left-footed shot from forward Deri Corfe in the 87th minute lifted FC Tucson to a 1-0 victory over the Richmond Kickers in a first round USL League One playoff match at Kino North Stadium on Saturday night.

The win marked the first professional playoff win for FC Tucson, which advanced to the semifinals. The club will travel to Nebraska on Saturday, Nov. 13, to take on regular-season champion Union Omaha.

FC Tucson, which defeated the Kickers the week before to earn a playoff berth, came out trying to use the momentum of the 4-2 win seven days prior. In front of a season-best crowd of 1,793, the club had numerous chances in the first 45 minutes, including Corfe’s tight-angle shot that hit the crossbar.

An amazing turn in the box and a stunning left-footed shot from forward Deri Corfe in the 87th minute lifted FC Tucson to a 1-0 victory over the Richmond Kickers in a first round USL League One playoff match at Kino North Stadium on Saturday night.

The win marked the first professional playoff win for FC Tucson, which advanced to the semifinals. The club will travel to Nebraska on Saturday, Nov. 13, to take on regular-season champion Union Omaha.

FC Tucson, which defeated the Kickers the week before to earn a playoff berth, came out trying to use the momentum of the 4-2 win seven days prior. In front of a season-best crowd of 1,793, the club had numerous chances in the first 45 minutes, including Corfe’s tight-angle shot that hit the crossbar.

Richmond came out on the front foot to start the second 45 minutes, but weren’t able to crack the FC Tucson defense or the hands of goalkeeper Wallis Lapsley.

Ethan Bryant had a whistling shot that Lapsley pushed wide to keep it scoreless in the 62nd minute.

Lapsley finished with fives saves and two punches.

MATCH CENTER: FC Tucson vs Richmond Kickers

The club continued to weather the storms and then watched a late lightning bolt from Corfe seal the club’s historic victory.

The Englishman picked up the ball just inside the box on the right side and made a quick turn before lunging forward a few steps and striking the ball in the upper part of the net and beating keeper Akira Fitzgerald.

“It feels amazing,” Corfe said “Obviously a lot of hard work went into this.

“I could feel there was going to be a chance to decide this game. But sometimes it’s tough. Sometimes you don’t get the chances, but you have to be prepared when you do.”

FC Tucson coach Jon Pearlman, who took over when the club was struggling earlier this season, knew it might just come down to one kick.

“I said all week it’s going to be about moments and we delivered in the moment,” Pearlman said. “It is an amazing accomplishment for everyone.”

Richmond came out on the front foot to start the second 45 minutes, but weren’t able to crack the FC Tucson defense or the hands of goalkeeper Wallis Lapsley.

Ethan Bryant had a whistling shot that Lapsley pushed wide to keep it scoreless in the 62nd minute.

Lapsley finished with fives saves and two punches.

MATCH CENTER: FC Tucson vs Richmond Kickers

The club continued to weather the storms and then watched a late lightning bolt from Corfe seal the club’s historic victory.

The Englishman picked up the ball just inside the box on the right side and made a quick turn before lunging forward a few steps and striking the ball in the upper part of the net and beating keeper Akira Fitzgerald.

“It feels amazing,” Corfe said “Obviously a lot of hard work went into this.

“I could feel there was going to be a chance to decide this game. But sometimes it’s tough. Sometimes you don’t get the chances, but you have to be prepared when you do.”

FC Tucson coach Jon Pearlman, who took over when the club was struggling earlier this season, knew it might just come down to one kick.

“I said all week it’s going to be about moments and we delivered in the moment,” Pearlman said. “It is an amazing accomplishment for everyone.”

This season saw FC Tucson go from eleventh in the league with playoffs being out of mind to hosting the quarterfinals of the USL League One Playoffs, presented by TwinSpires.

An electric season by the club showcased brought the club up from the sidelines to the forefront of the league and the community. The regular season has ended, and FC Tucson has made history as well as some of its players. 

This season saw FC Tucson go from eleventh in the league with playoffs being out of mind to hosting the quarterfinals of the USL League One Playoffs, presented by TwinSpires.

An electric season by the club showcased brought the club up from the sidelines to the forefront of the league and the community. The regular season has ended, and FC Tucson has made history as well as some of its players. 

In his second season with the club, midfielder Charlie Dennis became just the second player in team history to be the sole leader in goals (9) and assists (8) in the same league season. In 2015 David Clemens had six PDL goals and four league assists to lead the team in both categories. 

Dennis' total of eight assists this season is a club record for league matches and his total over his two years at FC Tucson is 13, also a club record for career league matches. 

In his second season with the club, midfielder Charlie Dennis became just the second player in team history to be the sole leader in goals (9) and assists (8) in the same league season. In 2015 David Clemens had six PDL goals and four league assists to lead the team in both categories. 

Dennis’ total of eight assists this season is a club record for league matches and his total over his two years at FC Tucson is 13, also a club record for career league matches. 

Goalkeeper Wallis Lapsley became just the second player in team history to play every minute of every league match. Lapsley played all 2,520 minutes of FC Tucson's season over 28 league games. In 2020, Niall Logue started all 16 games and played all 1,440 minutes for FC Tucson. 

Lapsley's four shutouts this season tied him with Philip Ejimadu (2019) for most clean sheets in a USL League One season by an FC Tucson keeper. 

Goalkeeper Wallis Lapsley became just the second player in team history to play every minute of every league match. Lapsley played all 2,520 minutes of FC Tucson’s season over 28 league games. In 2020, Niall Logue started all 16 games and played all 1,440 minutes for FC Tucson. 

Lapsley’s four shutouts this season tied him with Philip Ejimadu (2019) for most clean sheets in a USL League One season by an FC Tucson keeper. 

By scoring his eighth goal of the season in last Saturday's game, forward Shak Adams is now tied for third on the team list for career league goals with 12. He is tied with Moshe Perez (2017) and Afonso Pinheiro (2016-17). Adams is seventh on the list of career goals in all competitions. 

By scoring his eighth goal of the season in last Saturday’s game, forward Shak Adams is now tied for third on the team list for career league goals with 12. He is tied with Moshe Perez (2017) and Afonso Pinheiro (2016-17). Adams is seventh on the list of career goals in all competitions. 

Last Saturday night's attendance figure of 1,566 at Kino North Stadium was the 10th highest total for a league match in team history. It was the 19th highest total among all matches played in franchise history, which includes multiple-game days with MLS teams. 

FC Tucson begins its first playoff push in its USL League One history. The game will be a rematch against Richmond Kickers, who the club beat 4-2 on October 30. The quarterfinals will kickoff on November 6 at 7 p.m. at Kino North Stadium. (BUY TICKETS). 

Last Saturday night’s attendance figure of 1,566 at Kino North Stadium was the 10th highest total for a league match in team history. It was the 19th highest total among all matches played in franchise history, which includes multiple-game days with MLS teams. 

FC Tucson begins its first playoff push in its USL League One history. The game will be a rematch against Richmond Kickers, who the club beat 4-2 on October 30. The quarterfinals will kickoff on November 6 at 7 p.m. at Kino North Stadium. (BUY TICKETS). 

Some déjà vu is happening on Saturday as FC Tucson welcomes the Richmond Kickers to the desert once again.

Both teams faced off in the USL League One regular season finale last weekend at Kino North Stadium, and will face off again in the quarterfinals of the USL League One Playoffs, presented by TwinSpires. 

Saturday's game, which is presented by the Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl, will kickoff at 7 p.m. on Saturday at Kino North. (BUY TICKETS). 

On October 30, FC Tucson grabbed a crucial win 4-2 win against Richmond. The win vaulted Tucson (11-10-7, 40 points) from seventh to fourth place in the final standings. This secured home field advantage for the club in the first round game.

Richmond (11-10-7, 40 points) dropped a spot to fifth with the loss. The two clubs ended the season even on points and wins, but Tucson moved above them with +2 goal differential. 

RELATED: USL League One Standings 

This is the third time this season that the two clubs have faced each other, and the first in the postseason.

In the most recent matchup, FC Tucson scored two goals in the second half and staved off a Richmond rally to reach the playoffs for the first time in its USL League One history. 

After conceding a goal in the 22nd minute, defender Maxi Schenfeld found the corner of the next just two minutes later. 

Some déjà vu is happening on Saturday as FC Tucson welcomes the Richmond Kickers to the desert once again.

Both teams faced off in the USL League One regular season finale last weekend at Kino North Stadium, and will face off again in the quarterfinals of the USL League One Playoffs, presented by TwinSpires. 

Saturday’s game, which is presented by the Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl, will kickoff at 7 p.m. on Saturday at Kino North. (BUY TICKETS). 

On October 30, FC Tucson grabbed a crucial win 4-2 win against Richmond. The win vaulted Tucson (11-10-7, 40 points) from seventh to fourth place in the final standings. This secured home field advantage for the club in the first round game.

Richmond (11-10-7, 40 points) dropped a spot to fifth with the loss. The two clubs ended the season even on points and wins, but Tucson moved above them with +2 goal differential. 

RELATED: USL League One Standings 

This is the third time this season that the two clubs have faced each other, and the first in the postseason.

In the most recent matchup, FC Tucson scored two goals in the second half and staved off a Richmond rally to reach the playoffs for the first time in its USL League One history. 

After conceding a goal in the 22nd minute, defender Maxi Schenfeld found the corner of the next just two minutes later. 

Deri Corfe gave FC Tucson the lead in the 42nd minute after scoring a similar goal to Schenfeld. 

At the start of the second half, Richmond Kickers forward Emiliano Terzaghi converted a penalty kick to bring the two teams level again. 

Deri Corfe gave FC Tucson the lead in the 42nd minute after scoring a similar goal to Schenfeld. 

At the start of the second half, Richmond Kickers forward Emiliano Terzaghi converted a penalty kick to bring the two teams level again. 

The two teams were level for only two minutes as Luca Mastrantonio headed in a corner from Charlie Dennis to make it 3-2. 

The two teams were level for only two minutes as Luca Mastrantonio headed in a corner from Charlie Dennis to make it 3-2. 

Shak Adams grabbed an insurance goal for FC Tucson in the 58th minute on a sizzling shot from an acute angle. 

Shak Adams grabbed an insurance goal for FC Tucson in the 58th minute on a sizzling shot from an acute angle. 

Richmond's Terzaghi lead the league with 18 goals scored to earn the USL League One Golden Boot for the second straight season. Teammate Jonathan Bolanos followed Terzaghi as Richmond's second highest goal scorer with five goals. 

Charlie Dennis lead FC Tucson with nine goals scored this season followed by Adams with eight and Corfe with seven. 

A win secures a trip to Omaha or Greenville to take on Union Omaha or Greenville Triumph SC in the semifinals. 

Richmond’s Terzaghi lead the league with 18 goals scored to earn the USL League One Golden Boot for the second straight season. Teammate Jonathan Bolanos followed Terzaghi as Richmond’s second highest goal scorer with five goals. 

Charlie Dennis lead FC Tucson with nine goals scored this season followed by Adams with eight and Corfe with seven. 

A win secures a trip to Omaha or Greenville to take on Union Omaha or Greenville Triumph SC in the semifinals.