Sherman, Texas - The University of the Ozarks men's soccer team dropped a 4-1 decision to Austin College on Friday night.
Austin College struck twice in quick succession late in the first half to take control of the match. Richard Perez opened the scoring in the 31st minute, and Jeremiah Facundo added another goal just 81 seconds later to give the Kangaroos a 2-0 halftime advantage.
Austin extended its lead early in the second half when Nael Errami converted a penalty kick at 56:05. The Eagles responded in the 69th minute as Trae McCormick found the back of the net to put Ozarks on the scoreboard.
The Kangaroos restored their three-goal advantage in the 77th minute when Videep Mundodi scored off an assist from Harsh Kumar at 76:52, securing the 4-1 victory.
Ozarks generated 19 shots, including six on goal, and held a 5-4 advantage in corner kicks. Austin College finished with 15 shots, putting 10 on target. The Eagles recorded six saves, while the Kangaroos made five.
The Eagles will take on LeTourneau University October 11 in Texas.
