Rivier University

NASHUA, N.H. - The Rivier men's soccer team hosted Colby College this afternoon for non-conference play at Joanne Merrill Field. The Raiders fought hard against the tough opponent and produced quality opportunities, but the Mules were able to sneak away with a 1-0 victory.  

With the result, Rivier fell to a record of 3-6-2 while Colby improved to 4-2-4. 

HOW IT HAPPENED 

• Both teams battled through a tightly contested first half, with the Mules holding a narrow 5-4 edge in shots. 

• The Raiders nearly broke through in the 43rd minute when sophomore Vincent Arsenov got a quality chance following a free kick opportunity from junior Alejandro Quezada. 

• Colby threatened to take the lead in the final 20 seconds of the half after earning a corner kick, but the Rivier defense stood strong to preserve the 0-0 stalemate heading into halftime. 

• Coming back from the break, both teams continued to generate threatening chances, but the Mules continually applied offensive pressure, forcing the Raider's defense to hold down the defensive end. 

• Colby finally took the lead in the 72nd minute after the ball found its way to the back of the net following a throw in.  

• Despite late chances from Rivier, the Mules were able to defend their lead for the remainder of the match to walk away with the 1-0 win.  

BOXSCORE BREAKDOWN 

• Colby took the lead in shots, totaling 16 (eight SOG) to the Raiders 10 (three SOG). 

• The Raiders earned two corners while the Mules tallied three.  

• Graduate student AJ Deyarmin made seven saves.  

• Arsenov led Rivier with three total shots.  

UP NEXT 

The Raiders will remain at home for Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) action on Wednesday, October 7th against the Cadets of Norwich University. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. at Joanne Merrill Field.