Naples, FL – [May 14, 2026] – FC Naples came up short on the road Wednesday night, falling 2–0 to Athletic Club Boise in a USL League One regular-season matchup at Athletic Club Boise Stadium. The result moves Naples to 4-2-4 on the season after a hard-fought contest against one of the league’s toughest home sides.
Athletic Club Boise opened the scoring early in the 8th minute through #22 Thomas Amang, capitalizing on an attacking opportunity to give the hosts an early advantage. Despite the setback, FC Naples settled into the match and continued to battle throughout the opening half, working to create chances and maintain possession against an organized Boise defense.
Naples continued to push forward in the second half, and that moment came in the 81st minute when Boise’s #17 Joseph Hanson directed an attempt toward the goal during an attacking sequence. While defending the play, FC Naples defender #31 Tristen Rose inadvertently redirected the ball into the net for an own goal, giving Athletic Club Boise the 2–0 win.
FC Naples continued to press for a goal in the closing minutes, but Boise held on through the final whistle to secure the result.
The match featured a physical and competitive tempo throughout the evening, with both teams battling intensely across midfield and creating chances in transition. Boise finished with a slight edge in possession, while Naples showed resilience and attacking intent throughout the contest.
FC Naples Returns Home May 17 for Prinx Tires USL Cup Match vs. Sporting Club Jax
FC Naples will now turn its attention to an exciting return home at Paradise Coast Sports Complex on Sunday, May 17, at 5:00 PM for the next round of the Prinx Tires USL Cup, presented by Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. The club will host Sporting Jax, a USL Championship club, in what promises to be an electric evening at Paradise Coast. Tickets are available at www.fcnaples.com/tickets.
About FC Naples
FC Naples is Southwest Florida’s first professional soccer team, based at the state-of-the-art Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Florida. In their inaugural 2025 USL League One season, the club finished fourth in the regular season standings and qualified for the playoffs. The club’s mission is to create a world-class family experience and forge a title-contending team to be the pride of Southwest Florida. FC Naples’ crest, colors, and culture reflect the community’s rich history of strength and resilience, as well as a deep connection to the beaches and waterways that have shaped the region. Learn more at www.FCNaples.com.