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Statesville FC played its first-ever home match on Tuesday, falling 3-2 to Hickory FC in the inaugural I-40 Derby. Statesville High School legend Antonio Pineda presented the trophy to Hickory FC.

Next Up

SVFC returns to action against 865 Alliance at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday at Statesville High School. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. There will be food trucks, a kids zone and a halftime show featuring 300 drones. For ticket information, visit www.StatesvilleFootball.Club

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