TAMPA, Fla. — The University of West Florida (0-2-0) fell to the University of South Florida (1-1-0) with a final score of 3-1 on Sunday at Corbett Soccer Stadium. South Fla. secured the win with two first-half goals, while West Florida managed a single goal in the second half.
First Half
- South Fla. took an early lead with a goal by Dominic Wilson, assisted by Tyler Richardson, at 10:56.
- West Florida's
Rafael Esteves tested the keeper twice, but Alexis Martin saved both attempts, including a shot to the top left at 21:43.
- Pedro Faife extended South Fla.'s advantage to 2-0 with a goal at 33:53, assisted by Gianluca Vecchiarelli.
- Despite multiple attempts, West Florida was unable to find the back of the net by halftime, trailing 2-0.
Second Half
- Just seconds into the period, Matheo Becerra scored for South Fla. at 45:07, with assists from Jakob Auby and Giovanni Cadore.
- In a defensive stand,
Tomas Valles Gilbert saved a shot by Jakob Auby at 54:33, keeping West Florida in the contest.
- Jip van den Essen found the net for West Florida in the 66th minute, assisted by
Miller Thorsen, narrowing the deficit to 3-1.
- Despite a late effort, West Florida could not find another goal, as South Fla. maintained its lead to close the game at 3-1.
Jip van den Essen scored with his lone shot on goal, making a notable impact for West Florida.
Tomas Valles Gilbert played the full 90 minutes in goal, recording one save from the 11 shots faced.
Rafael Esteves contributed offensively with two shots on goal.
Miller Thorsen added an assist, enhancing the team's attacking efforts.
West Florida has a record of 0-2-0. South Fla. holds a record of 1-1-0.
Looking ahead, West Florida will face South Carolina Upstate on Thursday, Aug. 27, at 6 p.m. in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
