WICHITA FALLS, Texas - Oklahoma Christian (5-3-3, 2-1-1) took on the defending conference champions, No 22. Midwestern State (6-1-2, 3-1) in an adversity-filled game to pick up their first conference loss of the season.
What Went Down
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Despite the Eagles' early strong defense, the Mustangs scored a goal in the 18th minute of play.
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After a tough penalty call in the 18th minute, the Eagles would now be facing the top team in the conference down a man.
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Pepe Hintershuster laid out at the end of the first half to keep the Eagles just down one going into the half.
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The Eagles came out of the half looking to score quickly, and Igor Caballero blasted past the Mustangs' defensive line to tie the game at 1-1 in the first minute of the second half.
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Midwestern State would grab the lead back in the 56th minute of play off a set corner piece.
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The Mustangs continue to execute set plays well, adding two more goals to their lead, to beat the Eagles 4-1.
Notes
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Caballero has scored seven goals this season and sits second in the conference.
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The Mustangs outshot the Eagles 26-7.
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The Eagles will look to rebound with a midweek match-up with Eastern New Mexico, which is still looking for their first conference win.
Up Next
Oklahoma Christian will host Eastern New Mexico at Eagles Soccer Field, on October 16th at 7 p.m. for a midweek match-up.