Match Recap: FIU Women’s Soccer vs. Delaware
MIAMI – The Florida International University (FIU) women’s soccer team faced a challenging opponent in Delaware on Thursday evening, ultimately succumbing to a narrow 1-0 defeat.
First Half Highlights
The opening half of the match saw a strong defensive performance from both sides, with neither team able to find the back of the net. Multiple scoring opportunities arose, but strong defensive efforts and goalkeeping kept the scoreline level at 0-0 as the teams entered halftime.
Second Half Action
Delaware made a quick impact at the beginning of the second half; just over 30 seconds in, they scored at the 45:31 mark to take a 1-0 lead. The Panthers pushed hard to equalize but were unable to convert their chances, marking their second consecutive loss in conference play.
Match Statistics
- Total Shots: 4
- Shots on Goal: 2
- Key Players: Maria Lucia Dogliani and Valentina Zorilla recorded the team’s shots on goal.
- Goalkeeper Performance: Valery Restrepo made a commendable five saves from 14 shots faced, bringing her season total to 40 saves.
Looking Ahead
Next up for the Panthers is a home match against Jacksonville State. The game is scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 1 p.m. at the Leyva Family Field at FIU Soccer Stadium.
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