Photo Gallery (by Sandy King)
Eastern Illinois men's soccer dropped a 2-1 decision to Wright State on Thursday afternoon at Lakeside Field. The Panthers and Raiders played to a scoreless tie through the opening 45 minutes before Wright State scored twice in the second half.
Eastern Illinois finished the match with seven shots, including three on goal, while Wright State recorded 16 shots with six on frame. The Panthers also earned four corner kicks compared to eight for the Raiders.
After a scoreless first half, Wright State broke through in the second half to take a 1-0 advantage. Eastern Illinois answered with a goal from Keidin Green, who recorded the Panthers' lone goal of the afternoon. Green finished with three shots and one shot on goal in 38 minutes of action.
The Raiders regained the lead later in the half, with Nicholas Dunaway and Cole Trollip each finding the back of the net for Wright State.
Eastern Illinois goalkeeper Samuel Toruno made four saves in the match, while Wright State's Alex Normandeau stopped two Panther shots to earn the victory.
Sergej Misic led the Panthers with two shots, both of which were on goal. Green added three shots, including one on target, while Patrick Osilaja and Adam Boykin each recorded one shot.
The Panthers battled throughout the contest, committing 12 fouls compared to 14 by Wright State. A total of 155 fans attended Thursday's home opener at Lakeside Field.
Eastern Illinois will return to action Sunday, Aug. 30, hosting St. Thomas at noon at Lakeside Field.
