In the 2025 National Premier Soccer League championship, El Farolito lost 3-2 to Hickory FC, despite moments of dominance and resilience. Early on, El Farolito controlled the game, but a key no-call shifted momentum, allowing Hickory to score first. After a penalty equalized for El Farolito, both teams battled fiercely, but ultimately Hickory's efficiency in seizing scoring opportunities secured their victory. Coach Santiago López emphasized the significance of minor details in the game, highlighting the fine line between winning and losing.
In a gritty, chaotic, often brilliant final, El Farolito fell just short against Hickory FC out of North Carolina in the 2025 National Premier Soccer League championship.
El Farolito coach Santiago López noted, 'It was the little details. We had chances, but they took theirs. Set pieces, counterattacks... they were sharper.'
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