AV Alta and Phoenix Rising FC meet on Sunday, Jul 12 at 5:00 AM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the USL Cup – Group 2. Just 3 points separate them in the standings.

AV Alta come into this fixture out of form (0W 2L recently). Phoenix Rising FC, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (1W 0D 1L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. AV Alta head into this on the back of a defeat, while Phoenix Rising FC arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives AV Alta a slight edge, but Phoenix Rising FC are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.