Boston University Men’s Soccer Faces Navy
Date & Time: Saturday, October 20 | 1 p.m.
Venue: Nickerson Field, Boston, MA
The Boston University men’s soccer team takes on Navy this Saturday at 1 p.m. at Nickerson Field. This match is part of the ongoing Patriot League season.
Team Updates
The Terriers, who won the conference for the past two years, recently lost to Army West Point 1-0 in their league opener. Navy, on the other hand, drew 1-1 against Holy Cross.
Here’s what you should know about the Terriers:
- They have won once at Nickerson Field, beating Brown 3-1.
- Lapo Romieri stood out in that game, scoring a goal and assisting another.
- Romieri leads the team with five points this season, while Austin Mobray and Pharis Petrica have four each.
- Nine Terriers have registered points this season.
- Senior goalie Ben Alexander has a save percentage of .708 and an average of 1.40 goals against per game.
However, the team faces challenges. Opponents have taken more shots, and the corner kicks are 26-17 against them.
About Navy
The Midshipmen’s season began with a 1-1-3 record. They secured a win against Niagara but lost to Stonehill. Recently, they managed a 1-0 win over UMBC.
- Andrew Schug leads Navy with seven points, followed closely by Duncan Sullivan with four.
- Navy averages 12.9 shots per game, which is higher than BU’s 8.5. They also have an edge in corner kicks, 44-35.
Historical Context
In their history, BU leads the series against Navy, 8-2-2, and is unbeaten at home with a record of 6-0-1 in matches dating back to 2013. Last season, the Terriers won 1-0 in Annapolis, while two years ago, they secured a decisive 4-1 victory at home.
What’s Next?
After facing Navy, the Terriers will hit the road for three games, starting with a matchup at Boston College. The teams have drawn in their last three meetings, and BC is on a significant unbeaten run against BU, showing the competitive nature of this rivalry.
This game is not just about points; it’s an opportunity for the Terriers to bounce back and regain momentum in their season. With the right strategy and teamwork, they aim to reinforce their strong home record against Navy. Stay tuned as this season unfolds!
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