ELMIRA, NY: The SUNY Geneseo men's soccer team continued its winning ways, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Elmira to extend its win streak to five games. Feranc Bagi delivered the decisive goal, while Max Crothall and the Knights' defense shut down the Soaring Eagles to move Geneseo to 7-2 in conference play and 10-4-1 overall.
HOW IT HAPPENED:
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The Knights faced an early test from Elmira in a tightly contested first half. The Soaring Eagles looked to strike first, but Max Crothall came up with a massive diving save, stretching across the net to get a hand on the shot and keep the game scoreless.
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Geneseo found its breakthrough in the 35th minute. With the ball bouncing around the box, Feranc Bagi seized the opportunity and buried the chance to put the Knights on the board. Carraig Jones picked up the assist as Geneseo carried a 1-0 lead into the break.
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The Knights looked to add some breathing room in the second half, continuing to pressure Elmira's defense. Michael Ruggiero fired a hard-driven shot late in the period, but the Soaring Eagles' goalkeeper came up with the stop. With Elmira searching for an equalizer, Geneseo stood firm defensively, keeping the hosts off the scoreboard to lock down the 1-0 win.
QUICK FACTS:
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Feranc Bagi netted his fifth goal of the season, scoring the game-winner against Elmira.
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The Knights outshot the Soaring Eagles 14-11, led by Aidan Lodie with four shots.
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Max Crothall recorded his fifth shutout of the season, making four saves.
WHAT'S NEXT:
The Knights return home to face Houghton on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 4 p.m.
