SEGUIN, Texas – The Concordia University Texas men's soccer team overcame an early deficit to defeat Texas Lutheran University, 2-1, in Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) action on Friday evening at Gustafson Field.
The Tornados received goals from Enoch Morebise and Thomas Saylae to secure their third consecutive conference victory and remain unbeaten in SCAC play.
Texas Lutheran struck first in the seventh minute with a corner kick goal.
Concordia responded with increased offensive pressure, generating several scoring opportunities before Morebise delivered the equalizer in the 24th minute.
The Tornados continued attacking throughout the opening half, outshooting Texas Lutheran 11-4. Adrian Requena nearly gave Concordia the lead in the 27th minute.
Concordia carried its offensive momentum into the second half, with Lorenzo Maule and Yadiel Cardona-López placing shots on target in the opening six minutes of the period. Both attempts were saved as the Tornados continued searching for the go-ahead goal.
The breakthrough came in the 70th minute when Ayden Hildreth fired a shot on goal that was saved but Saylae capitalized on the ensuing opportunity, finding the back of the net to give Concordia its first lead of the match at 2-1.
The Tornados' defense held strong over the final 20 minutes, limiting the Bulldogs' opportunities to find an equalizer. Goalkeeper Leonel Cuellar made a crucial save in the 80th minute to help preserve the one-goal advantage.
Concordia finished with a commanding 20-8 advantage in shots, including a 6-4 edge in shots on goal. The Tornados also earned six corner kicks compared to two for Texas Lutheran.
Morebise led the offensive attack with four shots and a goal, while Saylae recorded the game-winner. Cuellar played all 90 minutes between the posts, finishing with three saves.
Concordia Texas will look to bounce back in SCAC play next Friday, October 16th in Shreveport, Louisiana where they will take on Centenary College. Kickoff is scheduled for 5pm.
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