EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – The Lindenwood women's soccer team (5-4-4, 2-2-1 OVC) played to a scoreless draw against SIUE (2-9-3, 1-2-2 OVC) in Edwardsville on Thursday night. It was the Lions' seventh shutout performance of the season.
Match Overview
Scoring opportunities were at a premium in the contest, with both teams combining for a total of four shots on goal. The Lindenwood defense was impenetrable, allowing just one attempt on net.
The Lions took a total of 18 shots compared to just nine for the Cougars, outshooting the home team 11-3 in the second half. Both squads had eight corner kick opportunities.
Match Notes
- Thursday's draw brings Lindenwood's all-time record against SIUE to 6-11-3, with a 1-2-1 mark since moving to Division-I.
- The Lions are now 3-1-2 away from home this season.
- Caroline Ritter posted her seventh clean sheet of the season, which ties her for most in the OVC.
- Lindenwood allowed just one shot on goal, which is the fewest the Lions have allowed since September 22nd, 2024 against Western Illinois (1).
- LU's 18 total shots are tied for their third highest total of the 2025 season, while their three shots on goal are tied for second lowest.
Quotable
"We played an all-around quality game, especially the second half. We did everything well except score. I'm proud of our group and the grittiness we displayed." –
Dave Musso
Next Up
The Lions travel to Macomb on Sunday to square off with Western Illinois. Kickoff against the Leathernecks is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. CT
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