The Basics
Score: MNU 0 – Oklahoma Wesleyan 2
Record:Â MNU (2-1-0), OKWU (2-1-0)
Location: Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex – Olathe, Kan.
OLATHE, Kan. – #13 MNU suffered its first setback of the season on Wednesday, falling 2-0 at home to #15 Oklahoma Wesleyan. The Pioneers battled throughout, but two first-half goals proved to be the difference as MNU's late push came up just short.
The Eagles struck in the 27th minute when a deep turnover created an easy chance, then doubled their lead seven minutes later on a header from a corner kick. MNU settled in defensively after the break, holding OKWU scoreless in the second half and creating a handful of chances down the stretch.
Turning Point
Oklahoma Wesleyan's back-to-back goals in the first half put MNU in an early hole, forcing the Pioneers to chase the game the rest of the night.
Individual Leaders
Up Next
The next game starts the conference schedule at Baker (0-2-1) on Saturday at 5:00.