Louisville is coming off its first defeat of the USL season on Saturday, a 2-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Rowdies. Despite the defeat, which saw Louisville threaten to take the lead before Georgi Hristov’s opening goal for the Rowdies just before the hour-mark,

“It was very positive about a lot of things in the game, especially first half,” said midfielder Guy Abend. “I mean, I think we played well. The intensity was good. There are just days when the ball doesn’t go in, and it’s part of the game.”

In terms of preparations, and planning for two games over the next four days that will be followed by a break until at least May 31 – when a potential Third Round Open Cup clash with FC Cincinnati could be waiting should both teams win on Wednesday – O’Connor said he was going to evaluate where his players were to ensure the team gets the results it’s looking for.

“I think it’s all open, and we’ll see how it goes,” said O’Connor. “I think it’s important that we get good minutes into some guys, perhaps get a couple that maybe need a rest, and then make sure that we have enough quality and our attitude and mentality is right for a tough game on Wednesday night.”