Mount St. Mary’s University men’s soccer lost 2-0 to the Rider Broncs Wednesday evening at Ben Cohen Field in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Rider scored first in the 27th minute and added a late goal to secure the Metro Conference win. Mount St. Mary’s is now 2-5-6 overall and 2-2-2 in conference play.
Rider Takes Halftime Lead
Chiemeka Azurunwa put Rider ahead in the 27th minute by scoring on a rebound. The Broncs carried the 1-0 lead into halftime.
Mount St. Mary’s finished with 13 shots compared to Rider’s 27. Lincoln Bauer led Mount St. Mary’s with four shots, while goalkeeper Ryan Collins made five saves.
Rider Adds Late Goal
In the 52nd minute, Collins made two crucial saves, including stops on a long-range shot and a corner kick within seconds. Rider extended its lead when Jacobo Cruz scored in the 83rd minute, securing the 2-0 victory.
Mount St. Mary’s Men’s Soccer Prepares for Senior Day
Mount St. Mary’s will return to action Saturday, Oct. 17, for Senior Day at Waldron Family Stadium at the PNC Sports Complex. The team will face Siena at 5 p.m., with a pregame ceremony honoring the seniors.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Rider dominated the shot margin, 27-13, and converted goals from Chiemeka Azurunwa and Jacobo Cruz to claim the win. Ryan Collins kept Mount St. Mary’s close with key saves in the second half before Rider scored late.
Mount St. Mary’s will have a chance to respond against Siena on Senior Day.
Source: Original report
