First‑Half Onslaught
Real Central NJ entered their 2026 The League for Clubs campaign against a well‑organized Kingston Stockade, only to walk away with a 3‑0 defeat. The match began with Kingston pressing high and forcing early mistakes.
Kingston struck early, netting three goals before the break. Jonathan Salguero opened the scoring, and Davis Barnes added both a goal and an assist, while Paddy Cuneo capped the half with a stoppage‑time strike that left RCNJ reeling.
The visitors were awarded a penalty in the opening minutes, but RCNJ keeper Eric Wnorowski saved it, preserving Kingston’s clean sheet and underscoring the hosts’ defensive vulnerability.
RCNJ’s captain Sean Milelli limped off the pitch early, forcing a tactical shift that saw Bryan Sanchez come on. The team also felt the loss of Nathan Linden late in the second half, further thinning an already depleted back line.
After the break RCNJ showed signs of improvement, with Delaino Shaw and Evan Hamele carving out chances, yet they could not find a response. Kingston’s attack remained dangerous, moving the ball with purpose throughout.
The match highlighted Kingston’s scoring depth and RCNJ’s need to shore up defensive discipline, especially as the squad leans heavily on young, inexperienced players in upcoming USL fixtures.