Men's Soccer Downs Blazers in Season Opener

FITCHBURG, MA: Fitchburg State men's soccer team bested Elms College this evening in nonconference action.

THE BASICS:

- Date: 9/1/23

- Score: Fitchburg 1, Elms 0

- Records: Fitchburg 1-0, Elms 0-1.

HOW IT HAPPENED:

-  The Falcons and Blazers drew even going into the 87^th minute of the match. Fitchburg outshot Elms 9-2 in the second half when Liam Evans (Marshfield, MA) netted his first collegiate goal. His score ended up being the game-winner to give the Falcons a road win to open up their season. Evans was perfect this afternoon with four shots, and all were on net. 

- Luke Speers (Collegeville, PA) (W, 1-0) had a light day in net for Fitchburg, seeing just two shots on goal and saving both.

- Collin Liedke (L, 0-1) saw 11 shots on net, saving ten.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS:

-  Shots: Fitchburg 16, Elms 5.

-  Saves: Elms 10, Fitchburg 2.

-  Corner Kicks: Fitchburg 1, Elms 1.

UP NEXT:

- Fitchburg men's soccer will be back in action Tuesday the fifth when they play UMass Boston in their home opener at 4 PM.

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