Sept. 16, 2016

DALLAS (SMU) — The SMU men's soccer team fell to Santa Clara at Westcott Field Friday night in a 1-0 decision. The Mustangs are now 2-5-0, while the Broncos improve to 4-2-0.

The first period ended with a 0-0 tie despite an 11 to one Mustang advantage in shots. However, the Broncos would rally in the second half, outshooting SMU seven to six in the second period.

The Broncos found the back of the net in the 72nd minute when junior forward Carlos Delgadillo tapped the ball in from four yards out after a long cross from senior forward James Huffer.

Garrett McLaughlin led all Mustangs in shots with four, three of which were on goal. Emil Cuello recorded three shots on goal in a strong offensive attack.

The Mustang defense limited Santa Clara to only eight shots and three on goal. Michael Nelson recorded two saves in 90 minutes of play.

SMU hosts No. 16 Akron Monday night at 8 p.m. CT.