After defeating the Midwest Premier League East Division leaders Detroit City FC U23 in an electric 3-0 victory at home, Lansing Common FC will travel to South Christian High School in Grand Rapids to face the West Michigan Bearings on Wednesday, June 7.
The Bearings (3-2-3) are the only MWPL team to beat Lansing this season. Kyle Scott and Leutrim Shefkiu were the goal-scorers for the Robins in a 3-2 defeat on May 22. Josh Oakley’s team has since gained valuable experience and a strong run of form after that season-opener, going unbeaten in their last six games of league play.
The Bearings haven’t played a league game since June 15, when they lost to Detroit City FC U23 3-0. Their last match was a victory over UPSL side Grand Haven Admirals 3-1 in a friendly.
The Bearings struggled against teams like Inter Detroit and BiH Grand Rapids after early wins over Livonia City, LK St. Clair, and the now-surging Lansing Common.
Lansing (5-1-1) has since climbed up the table and currently sits in second place with 16 points. Forward Shady Omar has become the club’s goal-scoring talisman with five goals and added a crucial assist against DCFC.
Another emerging player for Lansing is midfielder Leutrim Shefkiu, who has become instrumental to both defense and offense. He has played almost every minute of the last four games and become the club’s unsung hero in the midfield.
Shefkiu’s crafty dribbling skills and elite passing ability make him one of the toughest players to confront in the MWPL.
Lansing’s win over Detroit City showed its ability to stand tall after missed chances and keep a clean sheet against a high-pressing opponent.
Both teams will be looking to earn a crucial three points, and Lansing Common FC hopes to extend their unbeaten streak in the MWPL. Kickoff for Wednesday’s game is set for 7 p.m.
