Penn Defeats Men’s Soccer Team at Home
The Penn Quakers secured a solid 2-0 victory against the Dartmouth Big Green in an Ivy League men’s soccer match at Burnham Field, Hanover, N.H., on Saturday. With this win, the Quakers improved their standings while Dartmouth faced another setback.
Penn Defeats Men’s Soccer Team at Home
The match was tightly contested in the first half, with both teams displaying competitive play. Penn maintained a slight offensive edge, registering five shots, three of which were on target. However, Dartmouth’s goalkeeper, Konstantinos Dellas, successfully saved all attempts. The Big Green managed four shots, but only one challenged the Quakers’ goalkeeper.
Game Progression
- First Half:
- Penn: 5 shots, 3 on goal
- Dartmouth: 4 shots, 1 on goal
- Corners: Penn 4, Dartmouth defense remained strong
- Second Half:
- Penn took the lead with a goal in the 68th minute.
- Just four minutes later, they doubled their lead.
- Penn: 10 shots attempted in the second half.
Despite the loss, Dartmouth’s head coach, Bo Oshoniyi, remarked on the team’s potential, stating they showed promise but need to maintain competitive stamina throughout the entire match. He emphasized that to become a top contender in the Ivy League, consistent performance is crucial.
Looking Ahead
Following this defeat, Dartmouth’s focus shifts to their upcoming road game against Princeton. Currently, Princeton leads the conference standings with a 5-0 record. The Big Green’s next challenge will take place on November 1 at 4 p.m. Coach Oshoniyi expressed the importance of competing effectively for the entire match. He noted the need for cohesion among the players to secure a potential victory.
Fans can watch the game on ESPN+ or follow live statistics through DartmouthSports.com. As the season progresses, the Big Green are determined to showcase their capabilities in the league.
