Cincinnati turns to Barlow, Ramirez in double switch

The change came with a 2-1 deficit after 64 minutes.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 261 min read

64' | SUBS IN: Tom Barlow, Brian Ramirez OUT: Kenji Mboma Dem, Ender Echenique #AllForCincy | #CLBvCIN | 2-1 https://t Via @fccincinnati on X

What happened: Kenji Mboma Dem and Ender Echenique made way in the 64th minute. Tom Barlow and Brian Ramirez entered as Cincinnati sought an equalizer.

Why it matters: The one-goal margin left Cincinnati within reach of a result. The switch supplied fresh legs for the final 26 minutes plus stoppage time.

By the numbers: Barlow made his second appearance off the bench in four days after entering in the 63rd minute on July 22.

What to watch: Watch for whether the changes produce an equalizer before full time.

Sources

@fccincinnati 2026-07-26T01:00:37.348221+00:00

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