CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. — Campbellsville (KY) defeated Bethel (TN) 3-1 on October 31st in an NCAA soccer match. The hosts controlled the second half to secure victory, with Alejandra Rocha Peni scoring twice to lead the offensive attack.
Rocha Peni opened scoring in the 14th minute, assisted by Wilma Gidlof, giving Campbellsville an early advantage. The visitors remained competitive through the first half but could not find the back of the net before intermission.
Campbellsville extended its lead in the 59th minute when Amelie Matheis scored off a Molly Metcalfe assist. The goal came shortly after a corner kick, capitalizing on set-piece opportunities that plagued Bethel's defense throughout the match.
An own goal at the 72nd minute briefly gave Bethel (TN) hope, cutting the deficit to one goal. The score remained 2-1 until the final stages of regulation.
Rocha Peni sealed the victory with her second goal in the 89th minute, assisted by Bethin Boyle, extending Campbellsville's advantage to 3-1. The goal came late enough to prevent any Bethel comeback attempt.
Campbellsville goalkeeper Milly Shakespeare made multiple saves to preserve the lead, including stops on shots from Audrey LaRue and other Bethel attackers. Alba Lopez Guerrero recorded several saves for the visitors in a