EVANSVILLE, Ind. -- University of Evansville men's soccer opened the 2023 season in front of its fans with a 1-1 draw against the Bellarmine Knights.
The Purple Aces outmatched the Knights in shots and possession through 90 minutes on Thursday evening, coming back from a one-goal deficit thanks to a goal from forward Nacho Diaz Barragan. Defenders Tobias Bak and Nacho Diaz-Caneja chipped in with Evansville's first assists of the young season in the 56th minute. Midfielder Jose Vivas had multiple on-target opportunities for UE, leading the team with five shots and three on goal.
"After preseason we felt pretty prepared coming into this match," said Interm Head Coach Robbe Tarver.