MEMPHIS, Tennessee – Memphis 901 FC midfielder Raul Gonzalez III suffered a season-ending knee injury during 901 FC’s friendly against Louisville City FC on Wednesday, head coach Tim Mulqueen announced Tuesday.

“We are deeply saddened to learn the extent of Raul’s injury,” Mulqueen said. “Raul has worked hard this preseason and has embraced the community that helped mold him as a soccer player.

“We wish him a speedy recovery. Even though he won’t be playing, he will still be a valuable part of our club this season.”

Prior to joining Memphis 901 FC, Gonzalez was a standout player at the University of Memphis. The Ocean Springs, Miss. Native earned All-American Athletic Conference honors before signing his first professional contract with the Richmond Kickers (USL). Gonzalez spent the 2017 and 2018 seasons in Richmond scoring five goals for the club.

Memphis 901 FC’s inaugural USL Championship season kicks off at AutoZone Park on Saturday, March 9 at 6:00 p.m. against the Tampa Bay Rowdies.

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