Yutaro Tsukada scores in debut to lift Rhode Island FC over Colorado Springs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 10:17 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Yutaro Tsukada scored in the 70th minute of his debut match for Rhode Island FC, leading to a 2-0 victory against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC on August 8 in Pawtucket. Tsukada's goal came after a series of pressure from Rhode Island, who had five yellow cards in the first half. JJ Williams added a second goal, tying his career-best single-season tally with eleven across all competitions. Rhode Island is currently vying for a higher position in the league standings, with the potential to move to fourth place next weekend against Tampa Bay.
- •Tsukada scores on rebound goal in 70th minute.
- •Williams adds a second goal for a 2-0 finish.
- •Rhode Island escapes with three points despite heavy pressure.
- •Koke Vegas made crucial saves to maintain the clean sheet.
- •RIFC can climb to fourth with a win next weekend.
- 10:17 AMYahoo Sports — Newcomer lifts RIFC over Colorado Springs in 2024 title rematch
"Here's how Yutaro Tsukada, Rhode Island FC's latest addition, help topple Colorado Springs.
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