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Bradley falls 2-1 in close contest against Green Bay

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Francisco Alonzo Soccer 9/10/2024 1:00:00 PM

Peoria, IL --  The Bradley Braves lose 2-1 Despite dominating offensive play and move to 3-2-1. 

 

Final Score: Bradley Braves 1 - Green Bay Phoenix 2

Final Box: Here

 

Match Recap

The Bradley Braves faced a challenging match at home, narrowly falling 2-1 to Green Bay at Shea Stadium. The Braves started strong, dominating the first half with seven shots and creating several clear scoring opportunities. Despite their offensive efforts, Green Bay's goalkeeper made four crucial saves, keeping the game scoreless at the half.

In the 66th minute, Francesco Pettinaroli found the back of the net after a brilliant give-and-go sequence with Joao Saraiva, marking Pettinaroli's second goal of the season and leveling the score at 1-1. This came in response to Green Bay's opener in the 58th minute when Chris Album capitalized on a counterattack to put the visitors ahead.

As the match progressed, both teams continued to press forward, but it was Green Bay who managed to find the decisive goal in the 81st minute as Kolton Prater found the back of the net.

Bradley maintained their attacking pressure in the final minutes, but despite their determination and statistical advantage, BU could not find the equalizer. The Braves showcased their offensive strength throughout the game, outshooting Green Bay 12-8, with five of their attempts on target compared to Green Bay's three.

Defensively, the Braves allowed only three shots on target, but despite their defensive efforts, Green Bay managed to convert two of those chances. The loss brings the Braves to a 3-2-1 record on the season.

Highlights
66" Goal by Francesco Pettinaroli


What's Next?

Bradley will be back in action Sunday, Sept. 15, as they travel to Springfield, MO, to face the Missouri State Bears. The game starts at 7:00 p.m. and will be available on ESPN+


 

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Players Mentioned

Francesco Pettinaroli

#22 Francesco Pettinaroli

MF
6' 2"
Junior
Joao Saraiva

#17 Joao Saraiva

MF
5' 9"
Junior
GD Fabril

Players Mentioned

Francesco Pettinaroli

#22 Francesco Pettinaroli

6' 2"
Junior
MF
Joao Saraiva

#17 Joao Saraiva

5' 9"
Junior
GD Fabril
MF