Thursday, September 7
Mobile, Ala.
7:00 p.m.
Mississippi State
4-1-2, 0-0-0
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South Alabama
6-0-1, 0-0-0
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2
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Mississippi St.
0
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South Alabama
0
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State Battles South Alabama to a Draw in Mobile
September 07, 2023 | Soccer
MOBILE, AL – In a thrilling showdown that pitted the Bulldogs (4-1-2) against the No. 4 goal-scoring team in the nation, South Alabama (6-0-1), the Dawgs battled to a 1-1 tie on Thursday night. The Jaguars were 6-0-0 coming into the match, outscoring opponents 24-2 before State handed them their first draw on the young 2023 season.
It was a physical battle in the first half, one that saw State on the attack early and often as they registered a shot on goal and three corner kicks within the first ten minutes of the match. MSU had a series of corner kicks at 06:50, 07:29, and 09:55 that allowed the Dawgs to run several set pieces that the Jaguars had to defend. The early minutes continued their frenetic pace as South Alabama's Melina Descary had a shot that went wide at 11:28, showcasing both teams attacking aspirations early.
The second half remained competitive throughout with both teams striving to break the deadlock. As the tensions continued to rise, freshman Zoe Main looked to silence the Jaguars on their home pitch. The pivotal moment came at 71:41 when Main scored a goal with a masterful through pass from Ally Perry that put State in the lead with a score of 1-nill. A series of substitutions and fouls followed as the game reached its closing stages.
South Alabama made a comeback at the 87th minute when Irene Campo scored a goal, assisted by Cloey Uddenberg, leveling the score at MSU 1 - USA 1. Gracie Wilson of South Alabama received a yellow card at 88:11 that gave the Dawgs a bouncing ball opportunity late, however, the match ultimately ended in a 1-1 draw after a hard-fought battle, with the final whistle blowing at 90:00.
Before tonight's contest, South Alabama had not been out-shot, however, State led shots (10-9) and shots on goal (6-4). State also earned more corner opportunities, having five while limiting the Jaguars to only one.
The Bulldogs will be back on the pitch in front of the Maroon and White faithful on Sunday as they face the Warhawks of the University of Louisiana Monroe. Mississippi State will honor its seniors as they host their last nonconference foe of the year. Sunday will also mark the annual Mississippi State Soccer Scarf Giveaway and Staff Appreciation Day. The match is slated for a 1 PM CT start and will be streamed via SEC Network +.
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It was a physical battle in the first half, one that saw State on the attack early and often as they registered a shot on goal and three corner kicks within the first ten minutes of the match. MSU had a series of corner kicks at 06:50, 07:29, and 09:55 that allowed the Dawgs to run several set pieces that the Jaguars had to defend. The early minutes continued their frenetic pace as South Alabama's Melina Descary had a shot that went wide at 11:28, showcasing both teams attacking aspirations early.
The second half remained competitive throughout with both teams striving to break the deadlock. As the tensions continued to rise, freshman Zoe Main looked to silence the Jaguars on their home pitch. The pivotal moment came at 71:41 when Main scored a goal with a masterful through pass from Ally Perry that put State in the lead with a score of 1-nill. A series of substitutions and fouls followed as the game reached its closing stages.
South Alabama made a comeback at the 87th minute when Irene Campo scored a goal, assisted by Cloey Uddenberg, leveling the score at MSU 1 - USA 1. Gracie Wilson of South Alabama received a yellow card at 88:11 that gave the Dawgs a bouncing ball opportunity late, however, the match ultimately ended in a 1-1 draw after a hard-fought battle, with the final whistle blowing at 90:00.
Before tonight's contest, South Alabama had not been out-shot, however, State led shots (10-9) and shots on goal (6-4). State also earned more corner opportunities, having five while limiting the Jaguars to only one.
The Bulldogs will be back on the pitch in front of the Maroon and White faithful on Sunday as they face the Warhawks of the University of Louisiana Monroe. Mississippi State will honor its seniors as they host their last nonconference foe of the year. Sunday will also mark the annual Mississippi State Soccer Scarf Giveaway and Staff Appreciation Day. The match is slated for a 1 PM CT start and will be streamed via SEC Network +.
– HailState.com –
Team Stats
MSU
USA
Goals
1
1
Shots
10
9
Shots on Goal
6
4
Saves
3
5
Corners
5
1
Fouls
9
9
Scoring Plays
Zoe Main (1)
Assisted By: Ally Perry
GOAL by MSU Main, Zoe Assist by Perry, Ally.
71:41
Irene Campo (2)
Assisted By: Sydney Ham , Amber Fortenberry
GOAL by USA Campo, Irene Assist by Ham, Sydney and Fortenberry, Amber.
87:49
Game Leaders
Players
mid
Shots
0
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
1
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Players Mentioned
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