FARMINGTON, Maine - The University of Maine at Farmington men's soccer team fell to Husson University, 1-0, in North Atlantic Conference (NAC) action on Saturday afternoon at Leib Field. Husson converted on an early penalty kick and staved off the Beavers down the stretch to secure the victory.
The Records:
Farmington moved to 2-8-1 overall and 1-3-0 in NAC play following the loss while Husson improved to 3-3-2 overall and 2-0-0 in conference action.
How it Happened:
Husson generated several early scoring opportunities, with Santiago Jimenez hitting the post in the ninth minute before having another shot blocked in the 13th minute. Cesar Soucre also had an early attempt go wide.
The Eagles broke through in the 13th minute as they were awarded a penalty kick after a fould in the box. Soucre converted the opportunity to give Husson a 1-0 advantage.
Farmington looked to respond later in the opening half, earning three corner kicks during a five-minute stretch. In the 27th minute, Jack Luciano's (Gorham, Maine) header was kept out by a defensive save from Husson's Adne Glotheim. The opportunity marked the Beavers best scoring chance of the game.
The Beavers continued to battle throughout the remainder of the opening half, with Reed Pambianco (Blue Hill, Maine) putting a shot off a free kick high in the 40th minute, but Husson carried its 1-0 lead into halftime.
Husson applied additional pressure early in the second half, with Parker Day (Brentwood, N.H.) making three saves during the opening 23 minutes of the period.Â
Farmington was unable to mount substantive pressure in the second half as three of their shot attempts were off target. Husson's defense also made life difficult for the Beavers, limiting counter attacks and free kick opportunities.
Stats of the Game:
- Shots - Husson 22, Farmington 6
- Shots on Goal - Husson 4, Farmington 1Â
- Corner Kicks - Husson 6, Farmington 5
The Goalkeepers:
Day made three saves over 90 minutes while allowing one goal. Liam Mason played all 90 minutes for Husson and did not record a save while earning the shutout.
UP NEXT
The Beavers will be back in action on Wednesday afternoon at home against UMaine-Fort Kent. Game time Wednesday is set for 3:30 PM.
