AUBURN, Ala. – Florida soccer dropped a 1-0 decision to Auburn Sunday afternoon at the Auburn Soccer Complex.
After a scoreless opening half that saw several opportunities for the Gators, the Tigers took the lead in the 53rd minute. Alyssa Malonson's through ball found Kristen Dodson making a slanted run in the box. Dodson's right-footed shot to the near post scored from six yards.
For the match, Florida led 14-5 in shots, including seven on frame. Auburn scored on its only shot on goal.
Auburn has taken four of its last five meetings with Florida, including three consecutive.
With the loss, Florida drops from a tie for second to fourth in the
Southeastern Conference standings. Three matches remain in the league schedule.
Records:
Florida: 11-4-0, 5-2 SEC
Auburn: 7-4-3, 4-1-2 SEC
What Becky Burleigh Said:
On today's match:
"It was a frustrating game because I actually thought we played quite well here. We had a lot of opportunities but ultimately it came down to them finishing an opportunity they had and we were not able to convert the opportunities we had." - Florida Head Soccer Coach
Becky Burleigh
Rankings:
Florida ranks No. 10 on the
United Soccer Coaches poll.
Next up:
The Gators return home to play host to Kentucky. Show your Gator support by wearing
orange. Match is at 6 p.m. at the James G. Pressly Stadium [
NOTE change in stadium from preseason release].
The first 250 fans receive a rally towel. Take advantage of Thursday Night Concession Deal – get a 12 ounce soda and a large popcorn for just $1 each!
Watch the match on
SEC Network + or listen to Kyle Crook's call at
GatorVision.com.
Florida (11-4-0, 5-2 SEC) at Auburn (7-4-3, 4-1-2 SEC)
Stadium: Auburn Soccer Complex (433)
Weather: 81 degrees, winds WSW 3 mph, 69% humidity
| Goals by Period |
1 |
2 |
|
Total |
| Florida |
0 |
0 |
|
0 |
| Auburn |
0 |
1 |
|
1 |
Scoring Summary:
| No. |
Time |
Team |
Goal Scorer |
Assist |
Description |
| 1. |
52:20 |
AU |
Kristen Dodson |
Alyssa Malonson |
Shot off diagonal through ball |
|
|
|
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Shots: Florida 14, Auburn 5
Saves: Florida 0 (
Kaylan Marckese 0), Auburn 7 (Sarah Le Beau 7)
