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Bristol Rhythm AFC falls to El Farolito in NPSL Championship match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 2:37 AM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Bristol Rhythm AFC falls to El Farolito in NPSL Championship match
Summary

Bristol Rhythm AFC faced El Farolito in the NPSL National Championship Game at Gene Malcolm Stadium. The match remained scoreless at halftime, but El Farolito secured a 3-0 victory after the break. Despite the loss, Bristol’s season was deemed a success, with positive reflections from fans and team management. Owner Diane Smith emphasized the team's achievements and growth under a first-year head coach, highlighting their status as National Semi-finalists in their third season.

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  • •Match held at Gene Malcolm Stadium in Bristol, Virginia.
  • •Bristol Rhythm AFC and El Farolito started the match tied 0-0 at halftime.
  • •El Farolito scored three goals in the second half.
  • •Diane Smith praised the team's performance and growth this season.
  • •Bristol Rhythm AFC reached the National Semi-finals for the first time.
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  • 2:37 AMYahoo Sports — Bristol Rhythm AFC 2026 season comes to end
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BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) – After an unforgettable season, Bristol Rhythm AFC fans poured into Gene Malcolm Stadium one more time for the NPSL National Championship Game against El Farolito. Many of them were hoping to see the hometown team come away with a win and its first-ever NPSL Championship. “It doesn’t matter what club you’re […]

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