Indianapolis – On the eve of the Indianapolis 500, Indy Eleven took an early lead, temporarily let up on the gas, but accelerated in the final half hour to race across the finish line with a 3-1 victory over visiting Lexington SC, extending their unbeaten streak at Michael A. Carroll Stadium to eight games (7-0-1).
The Boys in Blue played a man up for the final 87 minutes of the game and used their personnel advantage to unleash threatening counterattacks on the visitors. While Lexington was able to equalize just after halftime at 1-1, the hosts finished the game dominant and scored two goals in the span of five minutes to take a 3-1 lead with 15 minutes remaining.
Pups at the Pitch Night started with midfielder Cam Lindey becoming the franchise leader in appearances with his 127th in five seasons with the Boys in Blue.
In just the third minute, Lexington defender Javain Brown responded to a hard foul by striking Bruno Rendón in the face, earning himself the fastest red card in the USL Championship this season.
Just ten minutes later, Edward Kizza rolled Rendón through on goal on the right side of the box and Indy Eleven’s top scorer on the season (seven goals in all competitions) fired a first-time shot into the bottom left corner of the net to give himself his third consecutive game with a goal and the Boys in Blue a 1-0 lead.
But in the 71st minute with the match tied 1-1, midfielder Jack Blake’s cross found the foot of defender Josh O’Brien for the game-winning goal. It is O’Brien’s second goal of the season and the 26th career assist for Blake (in addition to 44 goals).
Five minutes later, a header by super-sub Dylan Sing — his second goal of the season — put the game on ice for the Indy Eleven. Captain Aodhan Quinn created the goal with a well-placed cross for his 63rd career assist (T-2nd all-time on the USL Championship list).
Indy Eleven will look to extend their unbeaten streak that dates back to last season on Saturday, May 30, when they host Eastern Conference opponent Rhode Island FC at Carroll Stadium at 7 p.m.
Tickets start at $14 online and fans can add an Indy Eleven Pride Knit Scarf at checkout for $20. For this match only, Desnuda Tequila Deck tickets are $29! Ticket options include the new Desnuda Tequila Deck, Family Four-Packs, and Flex Mini-Plans.
Located on the East Deck, the Desnuda Tequila Deck has an exclusive full-service bar and high-top seating providing panoramic pitch-side views for 50 people. It’s a social experience offering a wonderful place to hang out and take in the game! Desnuda Tequila Deck seats start at $59 and include one FREE cocktail and bottomless chips, salsa, and guac.
The Family Four-Pack is available for all 2026 home games and can be purchased online only. Priced at only $49, the Family Four-Pack includes four tickets, FREE parking, $20 in Concession Vouchers, and a 20% Merchandise Discount, along with access to the Fun Zone/Kids Activation Area.
Flex Mini Plans include vouchers to be redeemed for any 2026 regular season home match.
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- USL Championship
- Indy Eleven 3:1 Lexington SC
- Sat., May 23, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
- Carroll Stadium | Indianapolis
- Weather: Cloudy, 70 degrees
- Attendance: 8,745
2026 USL Championship Records
Indy Eleven: 4-2-3 (4), 15 pts, #5 in Eastern Conference
Lexington SC: 2-5-3 (-3), 9 pts, #10 in Western Conference
| 1 | 2 | F | |
| Indy Eleven | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Lexington SC | 0 | 1 | 1 |
- Scoring Summary
- IND – Bruno Rendón (Edward Kizza) 13’
- LEX – Aaron Molloy (Blaine Ferri) 51’
- IND – Josh O’Brien (Jack Blake) 71’
- IND – Dylan Sing (Aodhan Quinn) 76’
- Discipline Summary
- LEX – Javain Brown (ejection) 3’
- IND – Bruno Rendón (caution) 4’
- LEX – Xavier Zengue (caution) 32’
- LEX – Aaron Molloy (caution) 56’
- LEX – Phillip Goodrum (caution) 80’
- IND – Aodhan Quinn (caution) 90’
Indy Eleven Line-Up: Eric Dick, Aodhan Quinn (captain), Paco Craig, Anthony Herbert, Logan Neidlinger (Makel Rasheed 79’), Jack Blake, Cam Lindley, Josh O’Brien, Loïc Mesanvi (Dylan Sing 66’), Edward Kizza (Hesron Barry 55’) (Alejandro Mitrano 78’), Bruno Rendón.
Indy Eleven Subs Not Used: Kian Williams, Noble Okello, Reice Charles-Cook.
Lexington SC Line-Up: Oliver Semmle, Javain Brown, Arturo Ordóñez, Kendall Burks, Xavier Zengue (Jonathan Lewis 57’), Aaron Molloy (captain), Blaine Ferri (Alfredo Midence 77’), Marcus Epps (Tarik Scott 77’), Nick Firmino, Latif Blessing (Joe Hafferty 7’), Phillip Goodrum.
Lexington SC Subs Not Used: Malik Henry-Scott, Milo Yosef, Marqes Muir, Trenton Kutch, Garrett Addams.
Quotes
Coach Sean McAuley
- On Cam Lindley after the Carmel native broke the franchise appearances record with his 127th
- “Don’t want to do myself out of a job here, but I don’t think he needs a coach, because he comes in, does his work, knows the pictures that we need to see and how to play the game, and tactically, you give him information, he takes it on board, and is a pleasure to work with. He’s a credit, to everybody that’s been part of his process. He’s the record holder, and thoroughly deserved, because the way he conducts himself, the way he approaches the job, he has been an elite professional. He really deserves to be to have that accolade.”
- On the 3rd minute red card and early Bruno goal
- “I think we got given a gift, really. The sending off and then going up ahead early in the game.”
- On Dylan Sing scoring his second goal of the season
- “I thought his link up play was really good, and his defensive positioning, when they’re trying to build out, he was putting the right amount of pressure on and forcing them to play in areas where we sort of had it covered. For him to get another goal is fantastic, his goals per minute are looking very strong.”
- On another strong performance by Eric Dick
- “When the opposition’s just launching balls into the box, long throws, corners, crosses from deep, he’s there to mop up anything that the two central defenders don’t get.”
Cam Lindley
- On his experience with the fans throughout his time in Indianapolis
- “I stayed here a long time for a reason. They’re the best. They’re good fans to play in front of, and it’s an honor to do that every time. They’re always pushing us on and giving the other team a bunch of shtick.”
- On the eight-game unbeaten streak at home
- “We know how to play on our field. It’s a fortress, and we want to make it that way. We want teams to come here and feel pressure when they play on our field. We know what we’re doing at home. It sets us up well, and the boys are performing.”
Josh O’Brien
- On his game-winning Goal
- “My role is to make it into the box, and I’ve been there a lot. I got good service this time. Dylan dragged the defender away, and I saw it bounce once and got on the end of it, which is something I’ve been working on a lot in training.”
- On Bruno’s goal shortly after the Lexington red card
- “Getting that first goal from Bruno is really important, otherwise it could become a long night, trying to break them down when they’re sitting in that low block.”
Dylan Sing
- On coming off the bench and scoring
- “It’s knowing your role, doing your job. You need to come on with energy, and boost the team, and I was able to do that tonight.”
- What are the biggest adjustments of playing in the USL Championship after two years in MLS NEXT Pro?
- “It’s a lot more physical, with older guys and more experienced players. You have to think a little bit more, and you need all 11 players.”
