Fort Lauderdale CF celebrates first win courtesy of a stunning midfield lob

Ricky Lopez-Espin with Fort Lauderdale CF

While Inter Miami CF are still seeking their first victory, the MLS expansion sideā€™s USL affiliate celebrated their first win Saturday night and did so in style.


Fort Lauderdale CF defeated South Georgia Tormenta, 2-1, in USL League One with one-time Real Salt Lake forward Ricky Lopez-Espin scoring what proved to be the winning goal on a spectacular lob from midfield.



Opening the scoring for Jason Kreisā€™ side was 16-year-old Edizon Azcona, who capped a counter attack with his first goal of the season in the 41st minute. Lopez-Espin, who also scored the first goal in Fort Lauderdale CF history, doubled the lead in the 76th minute.


Next up for Fort Lauderdale CF is a home derby clash with Orlando City B August 14.