URGENT UPDATE: East Texas Baptist University (ETBU) men’s soccer faced a devastating defeat, falling 3-2 to Belhaven University in a gripping nonconference match on September 30, 2023, at Cornish Field. This loss drops ETBU’s record to 2-2 for the season.
The Tigers found themselves trailing early in the game but fought back valiantly. Just before halftime, Abdulaqader Majid leveled the score in the 39th minute with a well-placed shot, assisted by Joshua Daley. The momentum shifted in favor of ETBU when Daley capitalized on a feed from Matthew Aguilar, scoring in the 55th minute to take a 2-1 lead.
However, Belhaven responded with equal determination. The visitors equalized in the 69th minute and then secured the game-winning goal in the 84th minute, leaving ETBU stunned as time ran out.
ETBU finished the match with a total of eight shots, seven of which were on target, showcasing their offensive efforts. Goalkeeper Ryan Lord recorded three saves, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win.
The Tigers are set to return to action on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m., as they hit the road to face McMurry. Fans are eager to see how the team rebounds from this tough loss.
This match highlights the fierce competition in college soccer, leaving players and supporters alike feeling the weight of missed opportunities. With their next game on the horizon, ETBU will aim to regroup and come back stronger.
