Box Score KEENE, N.H.--Andrew Crean headed in the game winning goal with just two ticks on the clock to lift Western New England University to a 1-0 win over Keene State College in non-conference men's soccer action at Dr. Ron Butcher Field on Saturday afternoon.
Records
- Keene State: 0-2-1
- Western New England: 3-0-1
How it Happened
The Golden Bears outshot KSC 15-5, including a 7-1 advantage in shots on goal.
Anthony Pasciuto (six saves) was equal to the task, keeping WNE off the scoreboard until the dying seconds of the game.
Clinton Mungeta had the Owls' first change of the game in the 15th minute, when his right footed volley went over the net, while Pasciuto made a stop on Cole Lippert to keep the game scoreless in the 31st minute. Chances increased for both teams in the second half, and the Owls avoided going behind in the 74th minute when Mike Riley's free kick crashed against the crossbar.
Mungeta had the ball in the net with just 11 minutes to go, but it was ruled out for offsides. Pasciuto kept the Owls in the game by stopping Josh Labonte on a breakaway with just three minutes left.
As time ticked down, the Golden Bears were awarded a corner kick. Sean O'Neill's delivery was headed back across the box by Matt Remillard, and Crean was in the right place to nod home just before time expired.
Inside the Box
- Pasciuto has made at least six saves in both of his starts this year for KSC.
- The Owls have allowed just two goals this season, but are still looking to find the net through the first three games.
Up Next
- The Owls' season opening five game homestand continues, when KSC hosts New England College on September 15 at 7 p.m.
- The Golden Bears return to the pitch on Tuesday, September 14, when they host Babson College.
