GRAMBLING, La. | The Grambling State University women's soccer team faced off against the University of Louisiana at Monroe on Thursday night at the GSU Soccer Complex, falling 1-0.
In a hard-fought matchup between Grambling State (2-4-3) and ULM (5-1-2) Grambling may have fallen short on the, but their defense showcased its prowess.
The game began with an early penalty kick awarded to ULM, putting Grambling at a disadvantage from the outset. However, Grambling's defensive unit demonstrated remarkable strength and cohesion, allowing no other goals throughout the game.
How it happened
- An early foul inside the 18-yard penalty box awarded ULM a penalty kick within the first minute of the match. The Warhawks got on the board after a successful PK by Inge Konst, giving the Warhawks a 1-0 lead.
- Both teams locked down defensively allowing less than 10 shots apiece. GSU had a late offsides goal called back and had a set-piece clang off the crossbar on its best two chances to level the match.
Inside the numbers
- Grambling State attempted five shots, putting two shots on frame.
- Louisiana-Monroe took nine shots and placed five on the goal.
- GSU was whistled for 13 fouls while the Warhawks racked up 15.
- ULM held a 5-3 advantage on corner kicks.
- GSU Goalkeeper Covey-Taylor played all 90 minutes in goal for the Tigers, making three saves.
Up Next
Grambling State travels to Houston, Texas for Southwestern Athletic Confernce (SWAC) showdown at Texas Southern on Friday, September 22. First kick is scheudled for 6:30 p.m.
