Dartmouth’s men’s soccer team faced a setback as they were defeated by the Penn Quakers at Burnham Field, with a final score of 2-0. This loss drops Dartmouth’s overall record to 3-6-3 and their Ivy League record to 2-3.
Match Overview
The game started with both teams evenly matched. In the first half, Dartmouth and Penn both had scoring opportunities, but neither team managed to find the back of the net. Penn had a slight edge in offensive plays, taking five shots with three on target, all saved by Dartmouth’s goalkeeper, Konstantinos Dellas. Dartmouth attempted four shots, of which only one was on goal.
- Penn’s corners: 4
- Dartmouth’s corners: Not specified
- Shots in the first half: Penn 5, Dartmouth 4
Second Half Developments
The second half saw Penn step up their game significantly, taking ten shots. They scored their first goal in the 68th minute, and just minutes later, they doubled their lead to 2-0.
Coaching Insights
Bo Oshoniyi, the head coach for Dartmouth, emphasized the need for competitive stamina. He acknowledged that while the team fought hard, they must be more consistent throughout the match. “To be a tournament team, you need to perform well for longer periods,” said Oshoniyi.
Looking Ahead
With this loss, Dartmouth is shifting focus to their next challenge against Princeton, who currently leads the Ivy League standings with a perfect 5-0 record. The match is scheduled for November 1 at 4 p.m. at Princeton.
Oshoniyi is determined to rally his team for the upcoming match. “If we can be competitive for the full 90 minutes, we will have a good chance of winning,” he stated.
Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+ or follow the game through live stats on DartmouthSports.com.
