NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — The Monroe University men's soccer team fell in a 2-1 decision to Wilmington University on Saturday afternoon at Skidelsky Field as the Wildcats scored the game-winning goal in the 86th minute.
The match remained scoreless through the first half before Wilmington broke through at 70:19, when Mylan Le Baut found the back of the net to give the Wildcats a 1-0 lead. Monroe continued to push forward and was rewarded later in the contest. Peterson Aquino converted a penalty kick at 84:38 to level the score at 1-1 and give the Mustangs renewed momentum. However, Wilmington responded just over a minute later, with Le Baut scoring his second goal of the afternoon at 85:42 to restore the Wildcats' lead and secure the 2-1 victory.
HOW IT HAPPENED
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First Half: Both teams generated opportunities, but neither found the breakthrough. Monroe recorded three shots, while Wilmington tallied eight. Goalkeeper Sinan Sargin made three saves to keep the Wildcats off the scoreboard.
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Wilmington Takes the Lead: Le Baut opened the scoring at 70:19 in the second half, putting the Wildcats ahead 1-0.
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Mustangs Answer: Aquino converted a penalty kick at 84:38 to even the match at 1-1.
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Late Winner: Le Baut scored again at 85:42, giving Wilmington the decisive goal.
MUSTANG STANDOUTS
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Peterson Aquino: Scored Monroe's lone goal on a penalty kick and led the Mustangs with five shots, including three on target.
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Sinan Sargin: Made five saves across 90 minutes in goal.
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Monroe Offense: Finished with nine shots, four on goal, and four corner kicks.
STATS & NOTES
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Monroe falls to 6-5-2 on the season while Wilmington improves to 7-3-5.
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Wilmington held a 14-9 advantage in shots and a 7-4 edge in shots on goal.
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The Wildcats recorded six corner kicks to Monroe's four.
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Aquino tallied his 10th goal of the season in the loss which leads the team.
UP NEXT
The Mustangs return to action on Wednesday, October 21 when they travel to face Caldwell University. Game-time is set for 2:00 p.m.
