Close fought game with Thiel
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
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Team Stats
Thiel
| Game Statistics | Penn State New Kensington | Thiel |
|---|---|---|
| Shots (on goal) | 3 (1) | 27 (16) |
| Saves | 14 | 0 |
| Fouls | 9 | 4 |
| Corner Kicks | 3 | 12 |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
Penn State New Kensington Battles Hard in Narrow Loss at Thiel
The Penn State New Kensington men's soccer team showed resilience on the road Wednesday night, but a late goal saw host Thiel edge out a 2-1 victory in non-conference play.
Thiel struck just before halftime, breaking the deadlock in the 44th minute through Micah Fortney. Despite the setback, New Kensington responded after the break. In the 56th minute, Ethan Krystek found the back of the net with a composed finish to level the score at 1-1 and swing momentum back in the Lions' favor.
The contest stayed tight throughout the second half, with goalkeeper David Jimenez turning in a brilliant performance, recording 14 saves to keep his side in the game. However, Thiel's pressure paid off in the 78th minute when Mitchell Strauss netted the eventual game-winner off an assist from Giovanni Rossi Jr.
Despite being outshot 27-3, New Kensington's defensive organization and determination kept the Lions within reach until the final whistle. Krystek's goal marked a bright moment, while Jimenez's standout performance anchored the back line.
Penn State New Kensington Stats
Shots (SOG): 3 (1)
Goals: 1 – Krystek
Assists: 0
Goalkeepers: David Jimenez – 90:00 minutes, 16 SOG, 14 saves, 2 GA (L, 0-1-0)