Men's Soccer Suffers Defeat to District of Columbia
PHILADELPHIA – Thomas Jefferson University men's soccer (5-6-4) took on their final non-conference opponent on Wednesday when they hosted the University of the District of Columbia (8-3-3). The Rams kept the match close but a goal off a save upended Jefferson 1-0 to the Firebirds.
WHAT HAPPENED
- The game was a defensive battle with both squads only having seven shots apiece
- District of Columbia broke the tie in the second half as a shot that was saved rolled in front of the net slowly, where Yamah Nawabi scored to give the Firebirds the lead
- The Rams took four shots in the second half but were unable to even the game out
- Lucca Bellina made three saves in the net for Jefferson
INSIDE THE BOXSCORE
Shots: Even, 7-7
Shots-on-Goal: District of Columbia, 4-3
Saves: Even, 3-3
Corners: District of Columbia 5-4
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Lucca Bellina: 3 saves
Miles Hood: 3 shots
UP NEXT
Jefferson will have their second home game as they host Felician University on Saturday, November 1 at 2:30 p.m. The Rams will honor their seniors before the game for Senior Day.
