Misenheimer, N.C. The Monarchs needed only three shot attempts to score a 2-0 victory over host Pfeiffer University in USA South Athletic Conference men's soccer action Saturday evening.
The win comes despite Methodist getting outshot, 22-3. However, the Monarchs made their shots count, evidenced by converting three shots on target into two goals.
Alejandro Lopez scored in the 42nd minute and
Hudson Zeisman scored in the 52nd minute for Methodist.
THE ESSENTIALS
Final scores: Methodist def. Pfeiffer, 2-0
Records: Methodist 1-3 (1-2 USA South); Pfeiffer 2-3 (1-2)
Location: Lefko Field; Misenheimer, N.C.
GAME NOTES
- Both goals were things of beauty. On Goal #1 Trent Powell robbed the backline defender of possession and then placed a no-look, through-ball between the defender's legs, where it found a streaking Lopez one-on-one with the goalie.
- Zeisman scored Goal #2 off of a long Brandon Cohen throw-in. Zeisman ultimately beat three Pfeiffer defenders, plus the goalie for the score. Dribbling to his right, Zeisman was able to place the ball in the bottom left corner for the goal.
- The Falcons were awarded 11 corner kicks, compared to just three for Methodist. Cole Hupp's performance (six saves) and the defense overall were vital in this win.
- Declan Cutler was the only other Monarch to register a shot attempt.
UP NEXT
- Methodist is home against Mary Baldwin University on Wednesday, March 17 for a 3 p.m. conference matchup.
- Pfeiffer travels to Danville, Va. for a non-conference contest against Averett University on Thursday, March 18 at 6 p.m.
