Tampa Ties Conference Matchup on the Road.

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. – The University of Tampa men's soccer team ties conference opponent Embry-Riddle on the road.

INSIDE THE MATCHUP:

Final Score: Tampa 0, Embry-Riddle 0

Records: Tampa 2-3-5, 1-2-2 SSC, Embry-Riddle 2-4-2, 0-4-1 SSC

Location: ERAU Soccer Stadium | Daytona Beach, Fla

All-time series: The Spartans hold a 9-2-2 lead over the Eagles in the overall series.

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HOW IT HAPPENED:

FIRST HALF: The matchup began with each team taking their time setting up scoring chances, with Viggo Svedin recording the first shot in the eighth minute. Tampa dominated the possession time but did not capitalize on any chances. The Eagles and the Spartans battled defensively for the first 45 minutes, causing the teams to head into halftime tied at zero.

Score: 0-0 Tie

SECOND HALF: The second half opened with a sense of urgency from both teams, as they both wanted to open the scoring. Goalkeeper Salvador Ribera made the first save of the matchup late in the 49^th minute. In the 55^th minute, the Spartans recorded three consecutive shots causing the Eagles' goalkeeper to make some saves. This matchup would prove to be one of great defensive play from each team, causing the teams to finish tied at zero.  

Final: 0-0 Tie

INSIDE THE STATS:

• Salvador Ribera started in goal for the Spartans, recording one save.
• Tampa outshot Embry-Riddle 13-3.
• 5 Spartans played the full 90 minutes, Frederik Klausen, Ricardo Sepulveda, Marcello Valbuena, Nico Gamio, and Gabriel Herrera.

UP NEXT: The Spartans return home to take on Palm Beach Atlantic on Wednesday at 6:00p.m.