The Lindenwood men's soccer team (3-4-0, 3-3-0 GLVC) picked up its third-consecutive win by earning a 3-1 victory over Southwest Baptist (0-7-0, 0-5-0 GLVC) on Friday night from Bolivar, Mo.
MATCH OVERVIEW
The Lions were in control of the game from the opening kickoff, as
Joshua Scholl put Lindenwood in front with his first goal of the year just five minutes into the match.
Trenton Dietiker and
Feho Sabotic picked up assists on the tally.
Lindenwood was strong on both sides of the ball in the opening half, not allowing a single Bearcat shot across the first 45 minutes of play. In the half, the Lions compiled 10 shots, including four on frame as they took a 1-0 lead into the locker room.
Lindenwood opened the second half with another quick start when
Jonathan Campbell headed the ball into the back of the net from a
Santiago Rodriguez corner kick. This marked Campbells first goal as a Lion.
Shortly after, the Lindenwood lead was cut in half as the Bearcats converted from the spot, making it 2-1 early in the second half. This was also Southwest Baptist' first shot on goal in the match.
Lindenwood regained its two-gal lead in the 69th minute as Sabotic recorded his second tally of the year.
Caleb Soots and
Milaim Hysa picked up assists on the score.
The Lions were able to see the rest of the game out, picking up a 3-1 victory. In the win, Lindenwood compiled a season-high 19 shots, including 12 on goal.
GAME LEADERS
Sabotic (1 goal, 1 assist, 3 shots on goal)
Campbell (1 goal, 3 shots on goal)
Parkin Harape (2 shots, 1 shot on goal)
UP NEXT
Lindenwood heads to Kansas City, Mo. for a matchup with Rockhurst on Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m.
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