Loudoun United FC forward Zach Ryan and midfielder Kalil ElMedkhar named to USL Championship Team of the Week for Week 1; the league announced today.
Ryan contributed a hand in all three goals against Memphis 901 FC, recording two goals and one assist in his Red-and-White debut.
ElMedkhar notched one assist and three chances created while completing two dribbles and making three interceptions and five recoveries.
LUFC is set to host their Home Opener this Sunday against San Antonio FC. Kickoff is set for 3:45 p.m. EST, with the match broadcast on ESPN+. Tickets are available now at https://www.loudoununitedfc.com/tickets/.
USL Championship Team of the Week – Week 1
GK – Yannik Oettl, Indy Eleven
D – Amadou Dia, Louisville City FC
D – Lamar Batista, San Antonio FC
D – Jackson Kasanzu, San Diego Loyal SC
D – Alex Crognale, Birmingham Legion FC
M – Zach Ryan, Loudoun United FC
M – Florian Valot, Miami FC
M – Kalil ElMedkhar, Loudoun United FC
F – Alex Dixon, Monterey Bay F.C.
F – Prince Saydee, Hartford Athletic
F – Brian Ownby, Louisville City FC
Bench: Michael Nelson (TUL), Paco Craig (MIA), Edgardo Rito (OAK), Joe Corona (SD), Robbie Mertz (PIT), PC (SA), Russell Cicerone (SAC)
