Posted: Nov 14, 2022
Makedika's strike the difference in 1-0 win over Otero
Otero College
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Arizona Western College
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Otero College () | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Arizona Western College () | 0 | 1 | 1 |
MELBOURNE, Fla. - Terry Makedika scored the game's only goal, lifting the Arizona Western Matadors Men's Soccer team (16-2) to a 1-0 win over Otero (9-6-2) in pool play of the 2022 NJCAA DI Men's Soccer Championship on Monday afternoon.
After a scoreless first 45 minutes, Makedika found space in the middle of the field and dribbled into the box, striking a ball past the Rattlers' keeper to score what would be the game-winning goal in the 52nd minute, his team-leading 11th goal of the season.
Arizona Western and Otero traded possession early before the Rattlers were assessed a red card in the 24th minute, forcing Otero to play a man down.
The Matadors had chances late in the second half to add an insurance goal but were turned away. Sophomore goalkeeper Atsuki Sato made a save on a close-range chance for the Rattlers late. Otero saw two more players sent off in the final minute while the Matadors were able to see out the 1-0 win.
Arizona Western will look to advance into the semi-final round as they take on the No. 2 seed Tyler to close out Pool B play Tuesday, November 15 at 10:30 am MST. Fans can stream the NJCAA DI Men's Soccer Championship on the NJCAA Network with single-day championship passes are $10 while fans can purchase a pass for the entire tournament for $25.