The University of Scranton men's soccer team earned to its seventh straight win as the Royals defeated Juniata College, 1-0, on Saturday afternoon.
The Basics
- Final Score: Scranton 1, Juniata 0
- Records: Scranton (10-1-3, 6-0 Landmark); Juniata (7-5-2, 3-2-1 Landmark)
How it Happened
- Scranton broke the scoreless tie in the 20th minute. Alex Kozdron played a ball into the box that Luke Roberto headed to the endline toward Rob Patrissi. Patrissi's initial shot was saved, but the deflection set up James Mayo, who fired an off-balance shot with his right foot into the back of the net to give the Royals a 1-0 lead.
- Both teams had opportunities to score following Mayo's goal, but Justin Scavalla came up with a save on Juniata's only shot on target. Maxwell Mattioni recorded nine total saves for the Eagles, but Scranton held on for its fifth consecutive 1-0 victory.
Top Performers
- Mayo scored his third goal of the season and second game-winner.
- Patrissi's assist was his first point of the season.
- Scavalla and the Royals' defense posted their ninth shutout of the year and fifth in a row.
Inside the Box Score
- Scranton held a 18-3 advantage in shots and a 10-1 edge in shots on goal.
- Each team recorded one corner kick each.
Up Next
- The men's soccer team returns to action on Wednesday evening against Wilkes University, with action set to begin at 7 PM in Scranton, Pa.
