Oberlin, Ohio – The Oberlin College men's soccer team opened North Coast Athletic Conference play Saturday afternoon, falling 3-0 to Wabash at Shults Field
The Crimson and Gold finished with nine shots, including two on target, while continuing to create opportunities throughout the 90 minutes. Charles Gerber led Oberlin with two shots, including one on frame, while Sobha Magonalso recorded a shot on goal.
Wabash found the breakthrough in the 4' to take an early 1-0 lead. Oberlin continued to battle throughout the opening half, with Gerber and Leo Pelizzari-Astle each recording shots as the Crimson and Gold looked for an equalizer.
Oberlin entered halftime trailing 1-0 and came out of the break looking to level the match. Wabash added two goals early in the second half, extending the lead to 3-0 by the 55' mark.
The Crimson and Gold continued to push forward, with Kinton Surface and Magon creating chances in the second half. Magon put a shot on target in the 65', forcing a save, as Oberlin continued to search for a breakthrough.
Oberlin continued to generate opportunities late in the match, with Walter Gomez-Torres, Brendan Tan, Luca Stephan,and Gabe Yarris each recording shots during the final stages.
Lukas Verling played all 90 minutes in goal for the Crimson and Gold, making three saves throughout the contest, including a second-half stop in the 58'.
The Crimson and Gold will continue NCAC play on Wednesday, October 7, when they travel to Wooster for a 4 p.m. matchup.
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