DUBUQUE, Iowa – The Loras College men's soccer team opened American Rivers Conference play with a 2-0 loss to Wartburg College Wednesday night at the Rock Bowl.
Wartburg struck early, taking a 1-0 lead in the sixth minute when Diego Sanchez scored off an assist from Carson Kay. The Knights doubled their advantage in the 34th minute as Alima Mmunga found the back of the net following a pass from Lwings Kabula.
Despite the two-goal deficit, Loras generated consistent offensive pressure throughout the match. The Duhawks recorded 15 shots in the opening half and added six more after the break but were unable to convert their opportunities.
Liam Bennett, Charlie Sieg and Townes Robertson each recorded three shots to lead the Loras attack. Bennett put one attempt on goal, while Wartburg goalkeeper Caleb Cross made four saves to preserve the shutout.
Loras finished with a commanding 21-5 advantage in total shots, but the Knights made the most of their opportunities, putting four of their five attempts on frame.
Up Next: The Duhawks return to action on Oct. 10 to take on Nebraska Wesleyan Univeristy on Oct. 10. Match time is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.
