Holy Cross Men’s Soccer Team plays stellar defense in the 2-0 shutout at Goshen

by | Aug 31, 2023 | Featured, Men's Soccer | 0 comments

Goshen, IN.

The Holy Cross College men’s soccer returned to non-conference action this evening when they traveled to Goshen College. The Saints would take an early 1-0 lead with an unassisted goal scored by Gabe Nyenka in the 17th minute.

Holy Cross limited the Maple Leafs to just five shots in the first half, as the game would enter halftime with a Saints’ 1-0 lead.

The lone goal would last for most of the second, until Holy Cross added one more goal, late in 75th minute, when Fabian Velazquez scored with Martin Von Thun getting the assist.

The Saints defense and great goalie play, made the final 2-0. With the win, Holy Cross stands at 2-1-0 overall, while Goshen College moves to 0-4-0.

 

MATCH DETAILS

Score: Holy Cross defeated Goshen College 2-0

Records: Holy Cross (2-1-0) | Goshen College (0-4-0)

Location: | Goshen College |Goshen, IN.

 

SCORING SUMMARY

17:48 | Gabe Nyenka (HC) unassisted

75:21 | Fabian Velazquez (HC) assisted by Martin Von Thun

 

INSIDE THE BOXSCORE

Armin Mahmutovic (HC) got the start in goal and recorded three saves

Gabe Nyenka and Fabian Velazquez (HC) each recorded a goal

Holy Cross outshot Goshen College 11-7 in the Win

 

NEXT TIME OUT

The Saints will return to action on Saturday, September 2 when they travel Huntington University. Kickoff set for 2:00 pm EST.

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