JOLIET, Ill --- Playing on a windy and sunny fall day in Joliet, the University of St. Francis men's soccer team took to the field today against the Roosevelt University Lakers. Offense came at a premium all day, with the 1-0 Laker win being decided on an Eduardo Hernandez 62nd minute goal.
 

How it Happened

• Both teams fought to find the back of the net in the first half. Roosevelt outshot USF 8-3 over the opening 45 minutes.

• The score remained tied until the 62nd minute. Off of a corner kick, Hernandez finished off his third goal of the season inside the right post for the game winning goal.

• The Saints nearly tied the match off of a direct kick in the 67th minute, but the goal was waved off because of an offsides.

• Carson Heglund had a big performance in net for USF, making seven saves on the day.

Up Next

• The Saints will return to action on Wednesday night when Governors State makes the trip to Joliet for a 7:00pm kickoff. Live coverage can be found at gofightingsaints.com/coverage. You can also keep up with all things USF on Twitter @USFSaints.