Colorado Springs, CO (October 24, 2026) — The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC defeated FC Tulsa 2-0 behind goals from #90 Khori Bennett and #6 Sam Williams in a physical matchup to close out the regular season.
The Switchbacks struck first after being awarded a penalty kick following a handball by Tulsa’s #98 Ian Carlo Souza Daniel. Bennett stepped up to the spot and converted for his team-leading 15 goal of the regular season, putting the Switchbacks ahead 1-0.
The Switchbacks finished the first half with 63% possession and 32 final-third entries. However, #97 Patrick Burner received his second yellow card in the 45+6’, leaving Colorado Springs with 10 men for the second half.
Despite being a man down, the Switchbacks extended their lead in the 60’. #10 Adrien Perez gained possession and carried the ball down the pitch with Williams running alongside him. Perez threaded a pass between two defenders to Williams, who buried his first goal with the club to make it 2-0.
Goalkeeper #1 Christian Herrera made two saves to secure his second consecutive clean sheet and his fifth in the last six matches. #37 Brennan Creek recorded two interceptions while winning nine of his 13 duels.
The Switchbacks finished the regular season on a nine match unbeaten streak with 47 points, securing fifth place in the Western Conference. They will face Lexington SC on the road in the first round of the playoffs next Sunday, November 1.
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