Phoenix Rising is having a giveaway of Didier Drogba Water Bottles for the first 2,500 fans at its home opener on Saturday night vs. Orange County SC.
That means we get to bring back this classic @mikewattsonair.bsky.social moment from 2018. #USL-C #RisingAsOne
That means we get to bring back this classic @mikewattsonair.bsky.social moment from 2018. #USL-C #RisingAsOne
March 11, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Phoenix Rising is having a giveaway of Didier Drogba Water Bottles for the first 2,500 fans at its home opener on Saturday night vs. Orange County SC.
That means we get to bring back this classic @mikewattsonair.bsky.social moment from 2018. #USL-C #RisingAsOne
That means we get to bring back this classic @mikewattsonair.bsky.social moment from 2018. #USL-C #RisingAsOne
Phoenix Rising's Jearl Margaritha had himself a Friday night, putting up four goals for Curacao against Saint Martin for his first senior international goals.
Curacao is now on top of its #CNL League B group going to Monday. #RisingAsOne #USLChampionship
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Curacao is now on top of its #CNL League B group going to Monday. #RisingAsOne #USLChampionship
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Phoenix Rising’s Jearl Margaritha puts up four-goal performance for Curaçao
24-year-old winger bags first international goals, puts side in position for Concacaf Nations League promotion
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November 16, 2024 at 11:55 AM
Phoenix Rising's Jearl Margaritha had himself a Friday night, putting up four goals for Curacao against Saint Martin for his first senior international goals.
Curacao is now on top of its #CNL League B group going to Monday. #RisingAsOne #USLChampionship
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Curacao is now on top of its #CNL League B group going to Monday. #RisingAsOne #USLChampionship
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Some thoughts on Phoenix Rising's comeback against @oaklandroots.bsky.social last night, including...
- Roots had the game where it wanted it
- #RisingAsOne raised intensity earned a point
- Oakland's returnees are leveling up under Martin
#USL-C
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- Roots had the game where it wanted it
- #RisingAsOne raised intensity earned a point
- Oakland's returnees are leveling up under Martin
#USL-C
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Three Things We Took Away from Phoenix Rising’s Comeback vs. Oakland Roots SC
Oakland shows its adaptability as returnees level up, while Phoenix’s intensity improves for second-half comeback
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March 22, 2026 at 1:39 PM
Some thoughts on Phoenix Rising's comeback against @oaklandroots.bsky.social last night, including...
- Roots had the game where it wanted it
- #RisingAsOne raised intensity earned a point
- Oakland's returnees are leveling up under Martin
#USL-C
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- Roots had the game where it wanted it
- #RisingAsOne raised intensity earned a point
- Oakland's returnees are leveling up under Martin
#USL-C
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Phoenix Rising FC has signed defender Pape Mar Boye to a multi-year contract extension.
The 22-year-old struggled with injury at times in 2025, but was captain in all 12 starts for #RisingAsOne during the campaign. Big to get him back on a new deal. #USL-C
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The 22-year-old struggled with injury at times in 2025, but was captain in all 12 starts for #RisingAsOne during the campaign. Big to get him back on a new deal. #USL-C
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Phoenix Rising FC signs Pape Mar Boye to multi-year extension
22-year-old center back has recorded 54 appearances in all competitions over past two seasons
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January 19, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Phoenix Rising FC has signed defender Pape Mar Boye to a multi-year contract extension.
The 22-year-old struggled with injury at times in 2025, but was captain in all 12 starts for #RisingAsOne during the campaign. Big to get him back on a new deal. #USL-C
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The 22-year-old struggled with injury at times in 2025, but was captain in all 12 starts for #RisingAsOne during the campaign. Big to get him back on a new deal. #USL-C
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Wild sequence for #RisingAsOne that ends up with Hope Avayevu finding the net. Phoenix turning it on in the first half against the Switchbacks. #USL-C
August 24, 2025 at 3:09 AM
Wild sequence for #RisingAsOne that ends up with Hope Avayevu finding the net. Phoenix turning it on in the first half against the Switchbacks. #USL-C
18-year-old Pierce Rizzo has two goals in as many games for Phoenix Rising FC.
Last week, he became the youngest goalscorer in #RisingAsOne history. #USL-C #USLAcademy
Last week, he became the youngest goalscorer in #RisingAsOne history. #USL-C #USLAcademy
August 24, 2025 at 2:54 AM
18-year-old Pierce Rizzo has two goals in as many games for Phoenix Rising FC.
Last week, he became the youngest goalscorer in #RisingAsOne history. #USL-C #USLAcademy
Last week, he became the youngest goalscorer in #RisingAsOne history. #USL-C #USLAcademy
Uhhh, Phoenix Rising's Jearl Margaritha just produced a beauty for Curacao against Haiti.
They're both through to the next stage of World Cup Qualifying, but that was fun as heck. #USLChampionship #RisingAsOne
They're both through to the next stage of World Cup Qualifying, but that was fun as heck. #USLChampionship #RisingAsOne
June 10, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Uhhh, Phoenix Rising's Jearl Margaritha just produced a beauty for Curacao against Haiti.
They're both through to the next stage of World Cup Qualifying, but that was fun as heck. #USLChampionship #RisingAsOne
They're both through to the next stage of World Cup Qualifying, but that was fun as heck. #USLChampionship #RisingAsOne
And now for a story that won't get nearly as much traction...
Yes, it's my weekly look at the U-22 players that made an impact over the past week in the #USL-C and #USL-1, leading off with #RisingAsOne CB Adrián Pelayo and Charlotte CB Javen Romero.
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Yes, it's my weekly look at the U-22 players that made an impact over the past week in the #USL-C and #USL-1, leading off with #RisingAsOne CB Adrián Pelayo and Charlotte CB Javen Romero.
🗞️➡️ www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...
May 12, 2026 at 5:05 PM
And now for a story that won't get nearly as much traction...
Yes, it's my weekly look at the U-22 players that made an impact over the past week in the #USL-C and #USL-1, leading off with #RisingAsOne CB Adrián Pelayo and Charlotte CB Javen Romero.
🗞️➡️ www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...
Yes, it's my weekly look at the U-22 players that made an impact over the past week in the #USL-C and #USL-1, leading off with #RisingAsOne CB Adrián Pelayo and Charlotte CB Javen Romero.
🗞️➡️ www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...
Phoenix Rising went on the road and took a 2-1 victory against New Mexico United before 10,884 fans at Isotopes Park on Saturday night.
Here are three things I took away from the game, which saw #RisingAsOne earn its second league win of the campaign.
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Here are three things I took away from the game, which saw #RisingAsOne earn its second league win of the campaign.
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Three Things we took away from Phoenix Rising’s victory in New Mexico
Hope Avayevu makes the most of his opportunities, while Rising’s defensive approach reduced New Mexico’s threat
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May 11, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Phoenix Rising went on the road and took a 2-1 victory against New Mexico United before 10,884 fans at Isotopes Park on Saturday night.
Here are three things I took away from the game, which saw #RisingAsOne earn its second league win of the campaign.
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Here are three things I took away from the game, which saw #RisingAsOne earn its second league win of the campaign.
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Filth from Jearl Margaritha to set up Collin Smith's back-post header for the opening goal by Phoenix Rising FC tonight.
The Curacao international is starting to get going after his winner last weekend. #USLChampionship #RisingAsOne
The Curacao international is starting to get going after his winner last weekend. #USLChampionship #RisingAsOne
April 13, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Filth from Jearl Margaritha to set up Collin Smith's back-post header for the opening goal by Phoenix Rising FC tonight.
The Curacao international is starting to get going after his winner last weekend. #USLChampionship #RisingAsOne
The Curacao international is starting to get going after his winner last weekend. #USLChampionship #RisingAsOne
El Paso Locomotive FC vs. Phoenix Rising FC, 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+)
9 – #VamosLocos recorded nine goals from corner kicks, most of any team in the #USL-C
23 – #RisingAsOne scored 23 goals in the final half-hour of games, almost half of the club's 48 goals.
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9 – #VamosLocos recorded nine goals from corner kicks, most of any team in the #USL-C
23 – #RisingAsOne scored 23 goals in the final half-hour of games, almost half of the club's 48 goals.
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USL Championship Playoffs Preview – El Paso Locomotive FC vs. Phoenix Rising FC
Locomotive makes postseason return against Rising, with the two having played a pair of thrilling regular season encounters
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November 1, 2025 at 1:47 PM
El Paso Locomotive FC vs. Phoenix Rising FC, 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+)
9 – #VamosLocos recorded nine goals from corner kicks, most of any team in the #USL-C
23 – #RisingAsOne scored 23 goals in the final half-hour of games, almost half of the club's 48 goals.
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9 – #VamosLocos recorded nine goals from corner kicks, most of any team in the #USL-C
23 – #RisingAsOne scored 23 goals in the final half-hour of games, almost half of the club's 48 goals.
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Phoenix Rising FC has announced the transfer of Grenada international Darius Johnson to the San Jose Earthquakes of #MLS.
The 26-year-old recorded 50 appearances for #RisingAsOne since his arrival last year, recording four goals and five assists across all competitions. #USL-C
The 26-year-old recorded 50 appearances for #RisingAsOne since his arrival last year, recording four goals and five assists across all competitions. #USL-C
May 19, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Phoenix Rising FC has announced the transfer of Grenada international Darius Johnson to the San Jose Earthquakes of #MLS.
The 26-year-old recorded 50 appearances for #RisingAsOne since his arrival last year, recording four goals and five assists across all competitions. #USL-C
The 26-year-old recorded 50 appearances for #RisingAsOne since his arrival last year, recording four goals and five assists across all competitions. #USL-C
Both Orange County SC and Phoenix Rising FC have leant in strongly on young talent this season. While it's provided some ups and downs, both clubs are bought into the philosophy.
Cronkite News recently looked at the changes #RisingAsOne has seen this year.
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Cronkite News recently looked at the changes #RisingAsOne has seen this year.
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Phoenix Rising FC building future from within through Academy
Phoenix Rising FC coach Pa-Modou Kah and MLS Next academy director Andy Chapman are aligned in their vision to give young talent a chance to develop in the first team. It has led to a few players feat...
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July 30, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Both Orange County SC and Phoenix Rising FC have leant in strongly on young talent this season. While it's provided some ups and downs, both clubs are bought into the philosophy.
Cronkite News recently looked at the changes #RisingAsOne has seen this year.
cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2025/06/16/p...
Cronkite News recently looked at the changes #RisingAsOne has seen this year.
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Just added it ... we could only post so many items at one time. So there's a few others to come. #USOC2027 #RisingAsOne
Check out what we got here: t.co/6lafU6n5XX
I was broadcasting a softball tournament in Phoenix years ago and I tried to get an Arizona Sahuaros t-shirt but didn't have any luck
Check out what we got here: t.co/6lafU6n5XX
I was broadcasting a softball tournament in Phoenix years ago and I tried to get an Arizona Sahuaros t-shirt but didn't have any luck
September 6, 2026 at 2:23 AM
Just added it ... we could only post so many items at one time. So there's a few others to come. #USOC2027 #RisingAsOne
Check out what we got here: t.co/6lafU6n5XX
I was broadcasting a softball tournament in Phoenix years ago and I tried to get an Arizona Sahuaros t-shirt but didn't have any luck
Check out what we got here: t.co/6lafU6n5XX
I was broadcasting a softball tournament in Phoenix years ago and I tried to get an Arizona Sahuaros t-shirt but didn't have any luck
Phoenix Rising rallied late to draw 2-2 with Loudon United. Charlie Dennis sparked the comeback before Carl-Fred Sainte’s stoppage-time header leveled it.
#RisingAsOne #PhoenixRising #USLChampionship
#RisingAsOne #PhoenixRising #USLChampionship
Phoenix Rising equalize at the death—draw 2-2 against Loudon United - Northeast Valley News
Phoenix Rising salvaged a 2-2 draw with Loudon United after Carl-Fred Sainte’s stoppage-time header capped a dramatic comeback at home.
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September 21, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Phoenix Rising rallied late to draw 2-2 with Loudon United. Charlie Dennis sparked the comeback before Carl-Fred Sainte’s stoppage-time header leveled it.
#RisingAsOne #PhoenixRising #USLChampionship
#RisingAsOne #PhoenixRising #USLChampionship
Phoenix Rising dominate the defending champs! 💥
A massive 4-1 win over Colorado keeps Rising in the playoff hunt. Next: El Paso at home. #RisingAsOne #USL
A massive 4-1 win over Colorado keeps Rising in the playoff hunt. Next: El Paso at home. #RisingAsOne #USL
Rising dominate Colorado 4-1 in must win clash - Northeast Valley News
Phoenix Rising crush defending champs Colorado 4-1 in a must-win match, boosting playoff hopes with a dominant home performance.
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August 24, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Phoenix Rising dominate the defending champs! 💥
A massive 4-1 win over Colorado keeps Rising in the playoff hunt. Next: El Paso at home. #RisingAsOne #USL
A massive 4-1 win over Colorado keeps Rising in the playoff hunt. Next: El Paso at home. #RisingAsOne #USL
Phoenix Rising FC blew a 2-0 lead and had to settle for a 3-3 draw against Birmingham City in their first home game in nearly a month.
Coach Kah: “At home you don’t drop points.”
Now, every match counts in the playoff chase.
#RisingAsOne #USLChampionship #PhoenixRising
Coach Kah: “At home you don’t drop points.”
Now, every match counts in the playoff chase.
#RisingAsOne #USLChampionship #PhoenixRising
Rising draw 3-3 with Birmingham- drop crucial points - Northeast Valley News
Phoenix Rising drop points at home in a 3-3 draw with Birmingham City, despite a strong early lead. Playoff push tightens as Lexington awaits next week.
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August 3, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Phoenix Rising FC blew a 2-0 lead and had to settle for a 3-3 draw against Birmingham City in their first home game in nearly a month.
Coach Kah: “At home you don’t drop points.”
Now, every match counts in the playoff chase.
#RisingAsOne #USLChampionship #PhoenixRising
Coach Kah: “At home you don’t drop points.”
Now, every match counts in the playoff chase.
#RisingAsOne #USLChampionship #PhoenixRising
Phoenix Rising welcomed San Antonio FC on Saturday in the group stage of the USL Jägermeister Cup.
#risingasone #phoenixrising #football #arizonasoccer
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#risingasone #phoenixrising #football #arizonasoccer
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Rising loses opening game of USL Jägermeister Cup to San Antonio - Northeast Valley News
Phoenix Rising welcomed San Antonio FC on Saturday in the group stage of the USL Jägermeister Cup. Even though it was only a group stage game—it mattered. Both two teams had met in the regular season—...
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April 27, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Phoenix Rising welcomed San Antonio FC on Saturday in the group stage of the USL Jägermeister Cup.
#risingasone #phoenixrising #football #arizonasoccer
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#risingasone #phoenixrising #football #arizonasoccer
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Margaritha’s magic footwork + Rivera’s rocket = comeback complete.
Still chasing that first home win.
Next: San Antonio FC (Jägermeister Cup) this Saturday.
#RisingAsOne #USL #PHXvSAC
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Still chasing that first home win.
Next: San Antonio FC (Jägermeister Cup) this Saturday.
#RisingAsOne #USL #PHXvSAC
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Rising comes back from two goal deficit against Sacramento Republic to salvage a point - Northeast Valley News
Phoenix Rising faced Sacramento Republic on Saturday hoping for some crucial points.
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April 20, 2025 at 2:46 AM
Margaritha’s magic footwork + Rivera’s rocket = comeback complete.
Still chasing that first home win.
Next: San Antonio FC (Jägermeister Cup) this Saturday.
#RisingAsOne #USL #PHXvSAC
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Still chasing that first home win.
Next: San Antonio FC (Jägermeister Cup) this Saturday.
#RisingAsOne #USL #PHXvSAC
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It's Match Day! Your ticket to tonight's match between Phoenix Rising and the Oakland Roots is good for your fare to Rising Stadium at 38th St/Washington. #RisingAsOne #RailRide
March 21, 2026 at 6:02 PM
It's Match Day! Your ticket to tonight's match between Phoenix Rising and the Oakland Roots is good for your fare to Rising Stadium at 38th St/Washington. #RisingAsOne #RailRide
As much of a spotlight as some clubs in the #USL-C have received for their player development and progression plans, #RisingAsOne should be on everyone's radar.
Head Coach Pa-Modou Kah and the leadership team there are doing really good work, and it's creating a fascinating project.
Head Coach Pa-Modou Kah and the leadership team there are doing really good work, and it's creating a fascinating project.
May 22, 2026 at 2:16 PM
As much of a spotlight as some clubs in the #USL-C have received for their player development and progression plans, #RisingAsOne should be on everyone's radar.
Head Coach Pa-Modou Kah and the leadership team there are doing really good work, and it's creating a fascinating project.
Head Coach Pa-Modou Kah and the leadership team there are doing really good work, and it's creating a fascinating project.
The emphasis on opportunities for young players out of the #RisingAsOne Academy and imported from elsewhere has been a theme for Phoenix in the past two seasons.
This year, 23.9% of its minutes in #USL-C and #USLCup have been played by U-22 players. That number rises to 41.9% including U-23s.
This year, 23.9% of its minutes in #USL-C and #USLCup have been played by U-22 players. That number rises to 41.9% including U-23s.
May 22, 2026 at 2:16 PM
The emphasis on opportunities for young players out of the #RisingAsOne Academy and imported from elsewhere has been a theme for Phoenix in the past two seasons.
This year, 23.9% of its minutes in #USL-C and #USLCup have been played by U-22 players. That number rises to 41.9% including U-23s.
This year, 23.9% of its minutes in #USL-C and #USLCup have been played by U-22 players. That number rises to 41.9% including U-23s.
16-year-old Anthony Capetillo scores his first goal for #RisingAsOne off an assist by 17-year-old Jamison Ping to wrap up Phoenix's #USOC2026 victory tonight.
Very tidy finish by the #USLAcademy signing from the top of the box, too. #USL-C
Very tidy finish by the #USLAcademy signing from the top of the box, too. #USL-C
March 18, 2026 at 4:03 AM
16-year-old Anthony Capetillo scores his first goal for #RisingAsOne off an assist by 17-year-old Jamison Ping to wrap up Phoenix's #USOC2026 victory tonight.
Very tidy finish by the #USLAcademy signing from the top of the box, too. #USL-C
Very tidy finish by the #USLAcademy signing from the top of the box, too. #USL-C
@fctulsa.bsky.social will look to build on its first win in the #USL-C Playoffs when it hosts Phoenix Rising FC at ONEOK Field.
The Scissortails are undefeated at home in league play since April, while #RisingAsOne has posted four consecutive shutouts.
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The Scissortails are undefeated at home in league play since April, while #RisingAsOne has posted four consecutive shutouts.
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USL Championship Playoffs Preview – FC Tulsa vs. Phoenix Rising FC
Tulsa looks to build on extra time victory as Rising hits road aiming for second consecutive upset in bid for second title
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November 5, 2025 at 9:13 PM
@fctulsa.bsky.social will look to build on its first win in the #USL-C Playoffs when it hosts Phoenix Rising FC at ONEOK Field.
The Scissortails are undefeated at home in league play since April, while #RisingAsOne has posted four consecutive shutouts.
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The Scissortails are undefeated at home in league play since April, while #RisingAsOne has posted four consecutive shutouts.
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It's probably a coincidence.
But when Danny Trejo scores for Phoenix Rising FC, good things usually follow. And that's part of why #RisingAsOne is in the USL Championship's Western Conference Final for a third time.
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But when Danny Trejo scores for Phoenix Rising FC, good things usually follow. And that's part of why #RisingAsOne is in the USL Championship's Western Conference Final for a third time.
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Why Danny Trejo’s finishing is even more valuable for Rising FC than you think
Correlation between Trejo’s goals and Phoenix wins might be coincidence, but the pattern of success is undeniable
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October 31, 2023 at 2:06 AM
It's probably a coincidence.
But when Danny Trejo scores for Phoenix Rising FC, good things usually follow. And that's part of why #RisingAsOne is in the USL Championship's Western Conference Final for a third time.
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But when Danny Trejo scores for Phoenix Rising FC, good things usually follow. And that's part of why #RisingAsOne is in the USL Championship's Western Conference Final for a third time.
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