THOMASVILLE, GA. – The Florida National University men's soccer team allowed three goals in the second half of the game against Thomas University and suffered a tough 3-0 loss on the road. the game was played on Wednesday (Oct. 23) at the TU Soccer Complex.
BOX SCORE
Match Score: Florida National University 0, Thomas University 3
Records: Florida National University (9-3-1), Thomas University (6-8)
Location: TU Soccer Complex – Thomasville, GA
SCORING SUMMARY
53:00 | TU –
S. Marin (
M. Arbelaez) -1-0
06:39 | TU –
G. Rochford (Penalty) -1-0
06:39 | TU –
M. Arbelaez (
R. Rivera) -1-0
HOW IT HAPPENED
- FNU outshot TU 8-1 in the first half, but Thomas made the most of its six shots in the second period, scoring three goals.
- Mateo Arbelaez sent a ball over the top, which was finished by Salvador Marin for TU's first goal at 53:00.
- Gavin Rochford-Smith then put a penalty kick in the back of the net for Thomas' second goal of the game and his 12th goal of the season.
- Then with one minute remaining in the game, Arbelaez finished a cross from Rene Rivera to net the final goal.
- TU goalkeeper Ben Barnes made five saves in 90 minutes in goal, his third shutout in his last four appearances.
BEYOND THE BOX SCORE:
- FNU record is now 9-3-1 on the season.
- FNU recorded its Third loss this season.
WHAT'S NEXT
The Conquistadors now face University of the Virgin Islands on Saturday, September 26th, at 10:00 Am at Ted Hendrix Stadium in Hialeah, Florida.
