Detroit City Wire

Detroit City Football Club is set to face Rhode Island FC at Keyworth Stadium this Saturday afternoon. The Eastern Conference match is scheduled for 4 p.m. and will be available for viewing through ESPN+, CW Detroit 50, and CBSDetroit.com. Michigan residents can stream the game live on CBSDetroit.com without charge.

Detroit City enters the match following a 3-1 victory in the US Open Cup against Westchester SC. Goals from players Morey Doner, Jeciel Cedeño, and Darren Smith allowed DCFC to advance to the Round of 32 for the second consecutive year.

Darren Smith, after making an impact as a substitute with two goals in two minutes, was named to the USL Championship Player of the Week for match week six. Apart from Smith, midfielder Jay Chapman was also recognized, earning a spot on the Team of the Week for his vital assist on Jeciel Cedeño’s stoppage-time goal.

Rhode Island FC secured their first league win of the season with a 3-0 victory against Oakland Roots SC. The game saw quick succession of goals from Albert Dikwa, Clay Holstad, and JJ Williams, solidifying the result for Rhode Island.

In the US Open Cup, Rhode Island also claimed victory against Portland Hearts of Pine. Goals from Clay Holstad and Frank Nodarse ensured their advancement to the Round of 32.

For Rhode Island's Maxi Rodriguez, the match signifies a return to familiar grounds, having been a part of Le Rouge for four seasons. Rodriguez was honored with the 2024 Black Arrow MVP Award and is notable for being third all-time in appearances for Detroit City.