NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – The Monroe University women's soccer team earned a 1-0 victory over Chestnut Hill College on Saturday afternoon at Skidelsky Field, as Nadia Sobel scored the decisive goal in the second half and Magdalena Syrek recorded a shutout with 10 saves.
The Mustangs improved to 10-2-0 on the season with the win, while Chestnut Hill fell to 3-6-4.
HOW IT HAPPENED
After a scoreless first half, Monroe broke through in the 66th minute. Sobel found the back of the net at 65:20 off an assist from Katarzyna Musialowska, giving the Mustangs the only goal they would need.
Monroe continued to generate chances throughout the contest, recording 16 shots, including eight on target. The Mustangs' defense held firm in the closing minutes to preserve the shutout.
Syrek was outstanding in goal, making five saves in each half to finish with 10 stops. Her performance helped Monroe withstand Chestnut Hill's attacking pressure, as the visitors also registered 16 shots, with 10 on target.
MUSTANG STANDOUTS
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Nadia Sobel: Scored the game-winning goal for her 10th goal of the season.
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Katarzyna Musialowska: Recorded the assist on Sobel's second-half winner and led Monroe with eight shots.
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Magdalena Syrek: Made 10 saves to earn the shutout victory.
STATS & NOTES
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Monroe finished with 16 shots, including eight on goal.
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Chestnut Hill also recorded 16 shots, putting 10 on target.
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Monroe earned two corner kicks, while Chestnut Hill had four.
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The Mustangs improved to 10-2-0 on the season.
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Syrek recorded five saves in each half of her shutout performance.
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Monroe upped its win-streak to nine games.
UP NEXT
Monroe returns to action on Tuesday, October 20 when they travel to face the University of Bridgeport. Game-time is set for 6:00 p.m.
