Colorado Springs, CO (May 2, 2026) – Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC earned a draw on the road in a dramatic fashion against San Antonio FC, ending with a final score of 3-3.
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC opened the scoring in the 25′, capitalizing on sustained pressure in the attacking third. Following a misplayed pass from the San Antonio goalkeeper, #20 Yosuke Hanya intercepted the ball and calmly finished to give the Switchbacks an early lead.
San Antonio responded in the 34′ through #10 Jorge Hernandez, who struck from just outside the 18-yard box to bring the match level. Despite the equalizer, Colorado Springs maintained a strong presence and continued to dictate key stretches of play.
The Switchbacks regained the advantage immediately after halftime. In the 46′, #17 Sadam Masereka won possession high up the field and drove into the penalty area before delivering a composed finish past the goalkeeper, restoring the lead.
As the match progressed, Colorado Springs continued to apply pressure, but San Antonio found another equalizer in the 83′, again through Hernandez, who converted from distance.
The match intensified during an extended stoppage period. In the 97′, San Antonio took the lead following a rebound opportunity that fell to #21 Alex Crognale, despite an initial save by Switchbacks goalkeeper #1 Christian Herrera.
However, the Switchbacks showed resilience in the closing moments. Earning a late corner kick, #21 Tyreek Magee delivered a dangerous ball into the box. San Antonio’s goalkeeper swatted the ball away which allowed #37 Brennan Creek to capitalize, with the ball ultimately deflecting off #6 Curt Calov and into the net.
The late equalizer secured a 3-3 result, reflecting a determined performance from Colorado Springs throughout the match.
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