ORANGE CITY, Iowa — Northwestern College (11-1-2, 6-0-2) and Morningside University (6-6-3, 2-2-3) battled to a scoreless draw on Wednesday at the NWC Soccer Complex, with both teams registering two shots on goal.

The match started with both teams focusing on gaining early control. The Mustangs faced early challenges with multiple offside calls, occurring at the 1:46, 3:25, and 29:03 marks, disrupting their attacking momentum. The Red Raiders' defense held firm, with goalkeeper Edoardo Alessandrini making a save off a header by Maris Rombeck in the 20th minute. The first half saw both teams struggling to capitalize on opportunities, as the Raiders attempted to break the deadlock with corner kicks at 18:08 and 26:38, but neither side found the back of the net. The half ended in a scoreless tie, highlighting a tense and defensive opening period.

The second half between the Raiders and the Mustangs remained scoreless despite numerous attempts from both sides. Northwestern's Juan Miranda fired a shot wide left in the 49th minute, while Morningside countered with several attempts, including a high shot by Sofoklis Hadjinikola in the 64th minute and another wide effort from Lucas De Souza in the 76th minute. Northwestern's Drew Darnold had a header saved by the Mustangs' goalkeeper in the 61st minute. Despite multiple fouls committed by Morningside, the Raiders did not capitalize, leaving the match at a 0-0 draw by the final whistle.

GAME NOTES

• The Raiders stayed clean with only 8 fouls
• Northwestern did not go deep into their bench with only 4 subs being used
• The Raider defense held the Mustangs to 9 shots and 2 on goal

Up Next: The Red Raiders will host Hastings on Saturday, Oct. 18, with action set to begin at 3 p.m at the NWC Soccer Complex.

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