MADISON, N.J. – The Immaculata men's soccer team came up just short on the road Saturday evening, falling to Saint Elizabeth by a score of 2-1. Despite a late push and a goal in the 80th minute, the Mighty Macs were unable to find the equalizer.
 
With the result, Immaculata drops to 1-9-2 overall and 0-1-2 in Atlantic East Conference play. Saint Elizabeth improves to 3-4-3 overall and 2-1 in conference action.
 
HOW IT HAPPENED AGAINST SAINT ELIZABETH

• After a scoreless first half where Immaculata held a 6-4 edge in shots, Saint Elizabeth broke through early in the second.
• In the 51st minute, the Eagles converted a penalty kick following a foul in the box, with Tugay Bozogluer putting the hosts ahead 1-0.
• Just five minutes later, Franco Arteaga doubled the lead for Saint Elizabeth with a goal in the 56th minute.
• Immaculata responded in the 80th minute, pulling within one after an own goal by Saint Elizabeth.
• Despite applying pressure late, the Mighty Macs couldn't find the equalizer as the Eagles held on for the win.

 
INSIDE THE NUMBERS

• Anthony Fitch led the Macs with four shots on goal.
• Daniel O'Rourke, Kyle Coleman, and Jonathan Olaleye each registered one shot on goal.
• Total shots were even at 13-13, with Immaculata holding an 8-5 edge in shots on goal.
• The Macs also led in corner kicks, 8-7.

 
UP NEXT

• Immaculata returns to action on Tuesday, October 14, traveling to Hood College for their final non-conference matchup of the season. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.