UNION COMMONWEALTH — Union Commonwealth shut out Spartanburg Methodist 2-0 on October 31st, securing a decisive victory behind two second-half goals. The hosts controlled the match from the opening minutes, generating consistent pressure that eventually broke through in the 11th minute when Gianni Loska found the back of the net.
Loska opened the scoring in the 11th minute, assisted by Laurin Fürmeler, giving Union Commonwealth an early advantage. The goal came after Francesco Molinar made several saves to keep Spartanburg Methodist in the match during the opening stretch. Union Commonwealth's second goal arrived late in the contest when Jordan Blake converted in the 86th minute, also assisted by Gianni Loska, sealing the shutout.
Union Commonwealth dominated possession throughout, recording nine shots compared to Spartanburg Methodist's three. The hosts' attacking pressure forced Molinar into multiple saves, including stops on Ron-Jay Watson and Patrick Taylor. Spartanburg Methodist struggled to generate offensive opportunities, with most attempts blocked or sailing high.
Gianni Loska proved instrumental for Union Commonwealth, scoring once and providing the assist on Blake's insurance goal. His two-way play disrupted Spartanburg Methodist's rhythm and created space for teammates to attack. Gabriel Mendoza made one save in goal for the victors, preserving the clean sheet.
Union Commonwealth's defense remained organized throughout, limiting Spartanburg Methodist's chances despite several corner kicks. The visitors managed only three shots on goal, reflecting their inability to establish rhythm against a well-structured Union Commonwealth backline. Multiple substitutions on both sides failed to shift momentum in Spartan