MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - The #5 Robert Morris Colonials secured a crucial 2-1 victory over the #4 Milwaukee Panthers, with Anass Hadran scoring twice, including the winner in the 87th minute, in front of a crowd of 137 at the Panthers' home stadium.
The game got off to a slow start, with both teams struggling to create scoring opportunities in the first half. However, the Colonials came out strong in the second half, with Hadran scoring his first goal in the 46th minute, assisted by Kosi Udeh. The Panthers pushed hard for an equalizer, but the Colonials' defense held firm until the 55th minute, when Jack Bretzmann scored, assisted by Breon Jarvis, to double the lead. Despite being outshot 7-6, the Colonials made their chances count, with Hadran's second goal in the 87th minute proving to be the winner.
Both teams had their share of standout players, with Hadran's two goals leading the way for the Colonials. For the Panthers, goalkeeper Alec Wiedenhoeft made 4 saves to keep his team in the game. The Colonials' Udeh and Jarvis also had notable performances, with Udeh assisting on Hadran's first goal and Jarvis assisting on Bretzmann's goal. The Panthers' Evan Conway and Ian Sarachan also had solid games, but ultimately couldn't help their team overcome the deficit.
The win marks the Colonials' second consecutive victory, improving their record to 6-3-7 overall and 3-1-5 in conference play. The Panthers, on the other hand, fall to 4-7-8 overall and 3-1-5 in conference play, with their current streak now at one loss. The Colonials will look to build on their momentum as they face their next opponent, while the Panthers will aim to bounce back from this tough loss. With the Colonials earning 2 corner kicks to the Panthers' 5, they were able to capitalize on their limited opportunities, outscoring the Panthers despite being outshot in terms of overall attempts, 18-20.
As the season progresses, both teams will be looking to make a push for the top spot in their conference. The Colonials' current winning streak and the Panthers' recent loss will undoubtedly play a role in their upcoming matches. The Colonials' ability to make the most of their scoring chances, as evidenced by their 2 goals on 6 shots on goal, will be crucial in their future games. Meanwhile, the Panthers will need to work on their defense, having allowed 2 goals on 6 shots on goal, and find a way to convert their scoring opportunities into goals.
In terms of statistics, the Colonials' 6 saves by their goalkeeper were a key factor in their victory, as they were able to limit the Panthers' scoring chances. The Panthers, on the other hand, had 2 yellow cards, which may have hindered their ability to mount a comeback. The Colonials' Udeh and Jarvis, with their assists, and Hadran, with his 2 goals, were the standout players for their team, while the Panthers' Conway and Sarachan had notable performances despite the loss.