Peoria, IL -- The Braves displayed grit after going down to 10 men, but Bowling Green capitalized late for a 2-1 win.
Final Score: Bradley Braves 1 - Bowling Green 2
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Match Recap
The Bradley Braves faced a tough contest at Shea Stadium, falling 2-1 to Bowling Green in a hard-fought match. Despite going down to 10 men after a red card in the 30th minute, Bradley remained resilient and competitive throughout the game.
Bowling Green took an early lead in the 21st minute when Trace Terry found the back of the net. However, the Braves responded with determination, and in the 58th minute, Kevin Mejias calmly converted a penalty kick to level the score at 1-1. Mejias' goal highlighted Bradley's ability to stay in the game despite their numerical disadvantage.
Bowling Green's pressure intensified in the second half as they took advantage of the extra man, firing 10 of their 14 shots after the break. Bradley's defense, led by goalkeeper Drew Berry, stood firm for much of the game, with Berry making crucial saves in the second half.
The deciding moment came in the 86th minute when Terry scored his second goal of the game, sealing the victory for Bowling Green. Bradley finished the game with eight shots evenly distributed across both halves.
Bradley's defense, even down a man, limited Bowling Green to just seven shots on goal, showcasing their grit and determination. Though the Braves were unable to secure the result, their fighting spirit was evident as they battled through adversity against a top-25 team, playing 60 minutes with 10 men and consistently pressing for an equalizer.
The loss moves the Braves to a 3-5-1 record on the season.
Highlights
58" Goal by Kevin Mejias
What's Next?
The Braves will be back in action this Saturday, Sept. 28, for their Homecoming game against Evansville. The game will kickoff from Shea Stadium at 7:00 PM and will be available on ESPN+
