Liberty University
3-6-5, 1-4-2
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North Florida
3-7-4, 2-3-2
| Team | 1 | 2 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| North Florida | 0 | 1 | 1 |
North Florida Edges Liberty 1-0
10/28/2022 9:38:08 PM | Men's Soccer
In a defensive battle throughout the evening, the North Florida Ospreys broke through for the game’s only goal late for a 1-0 victory over the Liberty Flames in an ASUN match, Friday evening at Hodges Stadium.
After playing 77 scoreless minutes, Ospreys defender L.J. Estes scored off a corner kick to put the host team in front and then held off a late charge by the Flames for the win.
Liberty falls to 3-6-5 overall and 1-4-2 in ASUN play. North Florida improves to 3-7-4 overall and 2-3-2 in the ASUN.
Scoring Summary
78’ – LJ Estes (Assisted by Herbie Steigelman and Luke Barforosh)
Turning Point
After UNF took a 1-0 lead at 77:36, Liberty pressured the Ospreys’ defense, looking for the equalizer. In the 86th minute, Flames forward Gabe Findley jumped in front of a UNF clearing attempt and pushed the ball head for fellow forward Luke Eberle. Gaining the box in free space, Eberle ripped a shot that hit the goal’s crossbar and deflected over.
Key Stats & Notes
- North Florida outshot Liberty, 19-6, in the contest. The Ospreys also held a 6-3 advantage in corner kicks
- Midfielder Seth Clark has two shots in the contest. In the opening minutes of the contest, the junior headed Liberty’s first corner kick of the night off the crossbar.
- Liberty goalkeeper Blake Franzen made five saves in the contest. UNF goalkeeper Micah Gunn did not make a save in the match.
Next Up
Liberty will end its 2022 regular season on Tuesday. The Flames will travel to Charlotte, N.C., for an ASUN match with conference newcomer Queens. Match time is scheduled for 7 p.m.
Team Stats
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LJ Estes (1)
Assisted By: Herbie Steigelman , Luke Barforosh
GOAL by UNF Estes, LJ Assist by Steigelman, Herbie and Barforosh, Luke.
77:36
