Bronx, N.Y. – The University of Dayton men's soccer team entered tonight's match at Fordham with six ties on the season. And after an early
Luke Pompliano tally gave the Rams a 1-0 lead, the Flyers pressed hard in an attempt for tie number seven. But the Fordham defense wouldn't break as Fordham defeated Dayton by the 1-0 score at Moglia Stadium.
With the win, Fordham improves to 6-2-3 overall, 3-0-2 in the Atlantic 10, while Dayton falls to 3-2-6 overall, 2-1-2 in the conference.
How it Happened
• Fordham scored the game's lone goal in the third minute when
Luke Pompliano collected a misplayed ball by Dayton keeper Gavin Krenecki in the box and slid the ball into the net from eight yards.
Notes
• The goal was the third of the season for Pompliano.
• Fordham keeper
Tristan Stephani made one save in recording his fourth shutout in seven games started this year.
• The two teams entered the game tied for first in the Atlantic 10.
• Fordham has won two of the past three meetings with Dayton.
What's Next?
• The Rams continue Atlantic 10 play by hosting the Duquesne University Dukes at Moglia Stadium on Saturday, October 11, at 5:00 p.m.
• The Rams lead the all-time series, 12-8-4.
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