CARBONDALE, Ill. – The Lindenwood women's soccer team (2-4-1) fell by a score of 1-0 at Southern Illinois (3-2-0) on Thursday night. The Lions recorded 11 shots in the match but only tested the SIU goalkeeper with one shot on goal.
The match entered halftime tied 0-0Â with a combined six shots through the opening 45 minutes.
Sophia Mueller registered the Lions' lone attempt on net while
Caroline Ritter made one save in the half.
The contest remained scoreless until a Nao Katamoto goal in the 71st minute put the Salukis ahead 1-0. The Lions outshot SIU 8-4 in the half but could not turn any attempts on goal and were unable to find an equalizer.
Match Notes
- Lindenwood's 11 shots were their most in a single match since the season opener against Bellarmine.
- A season-high nine different LU players attempted shots in the game, led by Addie Wilkie and Peyton Johnson with two apiece.
- The Lions have been held scoreless in all four of their losses this season, and five times total.
- Lindenwood has limited their opponents to three or fewer shots on goal in five matches this season, and have surrendered more than one goal just once.
Next Up
Lindenwood gets 10 days to rest up before hosting Murray State on Sunday, September 13th. Kickoff against the Racers is scheduled for 1:00 p.m.
