Match Preview: Boston University (5-2-3, 4-0-0 PL) vs. Colgate (2-5-4, 1-1-2 PL)
Date & Time:
Friday, Oct. 9 | 6 p.m.
Venue:
Beyer-Small ’76 Field | Hamilton, N.Y.
Streaming:
The match will be streamed on ESPN+. Live statistics and an international stream can be found at GoTerriers.com.
HAMILTON, N.Y. –
The Boston University men’s soccer team is set for a crucial Patriot League matchup against Colgate this Friday evening.
Terrier Tidbits:
- The Terriers are coming off a successful September where they went undefeated and are currently on a five-game winning streak.
- Last Saturday, BU topped Loyola Maryland 2-1, maintaining their flawless record in Patriot League play.
- Key Plays from Last Match:
- Mateo Turletti assisted Ryan Ghajar, leading to a wide-open goal by Ben Bagshaw in the 51st minute.
- In the 61st minute, Pharis Petrica and Bagshaw helped secure a 2-0 lead with a headed goal from Andrea Di Blasio.
- Loyola Maryland’s Tyler Flynn scored with a free kick in the 72nd minute, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Terriers.
- Despite being outshot 13-10, BU’s potent offense remains strong, with Di Blasio scoring in five consecutive games and leading the league in goals with six.
- Goalie Ben Alexander has been impressive, recording a clean sheet against Bucknell and making three saves against Loyola. He leads the league in goals against average (0.60), saves (35), and shutouts.
Scouting the Raiders:
- Colgate recently secured their first Patriot League win against Navy, winning 4-1.
- The Raiders have drawn with Bucknell and Lafayette and suffered a loss to American.
- Alex St. John scored twice against Navy, while Ryan Schachter and Malik Samms contributed one goal each. St. John and Blake Pipkin earned Patriot League honors for their performances.
- Gavin Vichengrad was named PL Goalkeeper and Rookie of the Week, achieving nine saves in the winning match against Navy.
Series History:
- BU holds a 12-5-3 advantage over Colgate, with a solid 5-2 record in Hamilton. The Terriers have performed well in recent encounters, boasting a 6-3-1 record in their last ten matchups.
Looking Ahead:
- After this match, the Terriers will return home to face Boston College on Tuesday, Oct. 13, for Faculty/Staff Appreciation Night. Fans can follow along with live statistics and an ESPN+ stream at GoTerriers.com.
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