Phoenix Rising FC's Darius Johnson in action

An Outmatched Monterey Takes Three Points in Phoenix

Phoenix Rising (9-9-12) dominated the stats sheet but couldn't convert their superiority into a win, falling 2-1 to Monterey Bay despite registering 22 shots and 39 touches in the opposition box. A late goal from Dariusz Formella gave the home side hope, but Monterey's early strikes and a deflection off goalkeeper Rocco Rios Novo proved decisive. The loss marked Rising's third consecutive defeat, despite controlling possession... Full Story