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’Cuse Defeats Providence for Third-Straight Win
10/8/2024 9:46:00 PM | Men's Soccer
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Chimere Omeze provided the game-winning goal in the 71st minute as the Syracuse men's soccer team (6-4-3, 1-2-2 ACC) defeated Providence (6-4-2, 1-1-1 BIG EAST), 2-1, Tuesday night at Chapey Field at Anderson Stadium. The Orange earned their third-consecutive win for the first time this campaign.
HOW IT HAPPENED:
Carlos Zambrano opened the game's scoring in the 15th minute, finding himself at the right place at the right time, tapping a cross from Braedon Smith into the goal. The score was the first of the Miami, Fla. native's season.
Scoring chances were hard to come by for the remainder of the frame, as the Friars and the Orange only took three and one shots, respectively, leading up to the break.
The early minutes of the second half were quiet, with neither team recording a shot until Providence earned a chance in the 58th minute. The Friars then broke through 50 seconds later, finding the back of the net to equalize the match at one goal apiece.
Omeze, who is no stranger to game-winning goals on the road, put the Orange back ahead in the 71st minute. The freshman received a free kick from Elton Chifamba, sending a header to the post, but recovering and striking a rebound into the goal.
The 'Cuse defense faced tough situations for the remainder of the contest as Providence looked to equalize for the second time, but SU held strong, keeping the Friars from scoring as Syracuse went on to earn a 2-1 victory.
OF NOTE:
Syracuse will have a week off before its next match against Loyola on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at SU Soccer Stadium for the conclusion of its nonconference slate. The game will begin at 7 p.m. and will be live on ACC Network Extra. Admission and parking are free for all in attendance.
For complete coverage of Syracuse men's soccer, follow us on Facebook (/cusemsoc), Twitter (@CuseMSOC) and Instagram (@cusemsoc).
HOW IT HAPPENED:
Carlos Zambrano opened the game's scoring in the 15th minute, finding himself at the right place at the right time, tapping a cross from Braedon Smith into the goal. The score was the first of the Miami, Fla. native's season.
Come for the goal, STAY FOR THE CELLLLY https://t.co/gVE7umeK7A pic.twitter.com/ldVFOv7nzd
— Syracuse Men's Soccer (@CuseMSOC) October 8, 2024
Scoring chances were hard to come by for the remainder of the frame, as the Friars and the Orange only took three and one shots, respectively, leading up to the break.
The early minutes of the second half were quiet, with neither team recording a shot until Providence earned a chance in the 58th minute. The Friars then broke through 50 seconds later, finding the back of the net to equalize the match at one goal apiece.
Omeze, who is no stranger to game-winning goals on the road, put the Orange back ahead in the 71st minute. The freshman received a free kick from Elton Chifamba, sending a header to the post, but recovering and striking a rebound into the goal.
BACK IN FRONT‼️‼️‼️‼️ https://t.co/rZadCDECr4 pic.twitter.com/6CSUhbnvMe
— Syracuse Men's Soccer (@CuseMSOC) October 9, 2024
The 'Cuse defense faced tough situations for the remainder of the contest as Providence looked to equalize for the second time, but SU held strong, keeping the Friars from scoring as Syracuse went on to earn a 2-1 victory.
OF NOTE:
- Omeze's goal was the third of his season and first since Aug. 25 against Niagara. The freshman now has two game-winners this campaign, with his first coming in the Orange's 1-0 victory over Colgate in the season opener (Aug. 22).
- Zambrano's goal was his first in a Syracuse kit.
- Chifamba and Smith earned their third and second helpers of the campaign, respectively.
- Layton, one of the team's four captains, has started and gone the distance in each of the team's 13 contests this season. He is the only player who has yet to be subbed off the pitch this slate.
- 14 different SU players have now net goals for the Orange this season.
- Dominic Bell earned a spot in the starting lineup for the third-straight game. The freshman also went the distance for the third-consecutive outing.
- Syracuse edged Providence in shots, 10-9.
- Tomas Hut grabbed two saves in the victory.
Syracuse will have a week off before its next match against Loyola on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at SU Soccer Stadium for the conclusion of its nonconference slate. The game will begin at 7 p.m. and will be live on ACC Network Extra. Admission and parking are free for all in attendance.
For complete coverage of Syracuse men's soccer, follow us on Facebook (/cusemsoc), Twitter (@CuseMSOC) and Instagram (@cusemsoc).
Team Stats
SY
PROV
Goals
2
1
Shots
10
9
Shots on Goal
4
3
Saves
2
2
Corners
2
3
Fouls
16
12
Scoring Plays
Carlos Zambrano (1)
Assisted By: Braedon Smith
GOAL by SY Zambrano, Carlos Assist by Smith, Braedon.
14:40
Steban Betancur Lopera (1)
Assisted By: Sam Montalto , Bruno Rosa
GOAL by PROV Betancur Lopera, Steban Assist by Montalto, Sam and Rosa, Bruno.
58:36
Chimere Omeze (3)
Assisted By: Elton Chifamba
GOAL by SY Omeze, Chimere Assist by Chifamba, Elton.
70:25
Game Leaders
Shots
3
SOG
2
Goals
1
Assists
0
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
1
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
1
Shots
0
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
1
Players Mentioned
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