TIFFIN, Ohio – The Heidelberg University Men's Soccer team battled Muskingum University for 90 minutes, securing their fifth tie of the season, 1-1. The Student Princes now sit at 0-1-2 in conference play.
The competition was a close battle, with neither team landing points on the board in the first half. The Berg was able to make it happen first, in the 83rd minute. Senior
Hassen Faraj pounced on a loose ball in the box. Taking his first -- and only -- shot of the game, he made it count. Heidelberg led, 1-0.
Muskingum answered in quick fashion. 91 seconds after the Faraj goal, the Muskies had a speedy counterattack. Jonathan Gonzalez, onside by a half-step, sent a long shot that narrowly squeaked inside the far post.
Xochiel Galvan recorded five saves over 90 minutes. He made two incredible saves in the first half to preserve the tie.
Prior to the game, the team honored seniors Faraj,
Kaiden Reed,
Cody Springer,
Mikael Paulson, and
Inigo Focinos.
The Student Princes are back on the pitch on Wednesday, Oct. 14th at Otterbein University. They will kickoff against the Cardinals at 7 p.m.
