DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Fla. Southern snapped a two-game losing streak Wednesday, dominating Embry-Riddle (FL) 3-1 in a Division II regional matchup. The Moccasins (5-7-2, 2-6-1 conference) controlled the first half and converted early opportunities to build a commanding lead before the Eagles (2-12-2) mounted a late consolation goal.
Joao Lopes opened the scoring in the 9th minute, assisted by Dylan Lowther, giving the visitors an early advantage. Tim Baierlein doubled the lead in the 55th minute with another Lowther assist, establishing a 2-0 cushion that proved decisive. The Moccasins' attacking efficiency proved the difference, as they generated five shots on goal compared to Embry-Riddle's three.
Embry-Riddle responded late when Kaden Stoddard scored in the 76th minute, assisted by Blake Leo, cutting the deficit to one. The goal provided brief momentum for the struggling Eagles, who entered the match on a three-game losing streak following defeats to Saint Leo (0-4) and Rollins (1-6). However, Fla. Southern's defense held firm in the closing minutes to secure the victory.
The Moccasins' corner kick advantage proved marginal, with Embry-Riddle earning five corners to Fla. Southern's two. Lukas Bludau received a yellow card for unsporting conduct in the 66th minute, the match