Wilson, NC – The Emmanuel Men's Soccer traveled to Barton College today for a conference match. After 90 minutes of play, the Lions fell to the Bulldogs, losing 1-2. With this loss, the Lions record moves to 6-4-1 overall and 5-2-1 in conference.
Both teams showed an impressive defense in the first half, heading into the second half 0-0.
Barton College struck first in the second half, with a goal scored in the 56
th minute, 0-1. The Emmanuel Lions answered in the 68
th minute with a goal from sophomore
Matt Fitzer, assisted by junior
Tomas Pollacchi, 1-1. In the 71
st minute, the Bulldogs earned another point to shut down the Lions, 1-2.
Emmanuel ended the match with 3 shots on goal to Barton's 10.
Up next, the Lions return to Franklin Springs to take on Young Harris College on Wednesday, October 18 at 7PM.
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www.goeulions.com.