GLENVILLE, W.Va. – The Glenville State Women's Soccer team saw its three-game winning streak come to an end Sunday afternoon (Oct. 18), falling 2-1 to Concord at Ike & Sue Morris Stadium. The Pioneers battled back to even the score in the second half, but a second Concord goal proved to be the difference as Glenville State moves (8-7) overall and (8-5) in the MEC.
1st Half
Glenville State created several early scoring opportunities, putting pressure on Concord goalkeeper Maddie Loughborough. Maddalena Gallon, Solares Solano and Sofia Jalaksova each tested the Mountain Lions' goalkeeper, but Loughborough kept the Pioneers off the scoreboard.
Concord began to find opportunities of its own as the half progressed, with Lucia Lopez making several saves to keep the match level. Glenville State nearly broke through late in the half when Aitana Viejo struck the woodwork in the 42nd minute. Despite chances on both sides, the teams entered halftime tied 0-0.
2nd Half
Concord broke the tie in the 54th minute when Daisy Cook scored off an assist from Eve Harriott to give the Mountain Lions a 1-0 lead. The Pioneers responded quickly. Just over a minute later, Sofia Jalaksova converted a penalty kick after a foul in the 56th minute to bring Glenville State level at 1-1.
Concord regained the advantage shortly after in the 64th minute when Jadyn Munford found the back of the net, putting the Mountain Lions ahead 2-1. Glenville State continued searching for an equalizer, with Solano testing the Mountain Lions defense late in the match, but Concord held on to secure the road victory.
Final Stats
Glenville State
The Pioneers finished with 10 shots, five of which were on goal, and earned just two corner kicks. Jalaksova scored Glenville State's lone goal from the penalty kick. Lucia Lopez recorded seven saves in goal.
Concord
The Mountain Lions outshot the Pioneers with 14, putting nine on target, and finished with three corner kicks. Cook opened the scoring with her seventh goal of the season, while Munford added the eventual game-winner. Loughborough made four saves to help Concord secure the 2-1 win.
Up Next For The Pioneers
Glenville State will look to bounce back in its next Mountain East Conference matchup at Charleston on Wednesday (Oct. 21). The Pioneers and Golden Eagles kickoff at 7 p.m. at Welch Athletic Complex.
