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EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The University of Evansville men's soccer team (2-5, 0-1) was defeated 3-1 by Drake University (6-2, 1-0) on Saturday night. Senior forward Mark Anthony Gonzalez scored the lone goal for UE, an equalizer in the 27^th minute, but Drake scored the final two goals of the match to claim the victory.

"Credit to Drake this evening, they capitalized on our mistakes," said Evansville head men's soccer coach Marshall Ray. "We have to limit our individual errors and allow ourselves a chance to get into the match."

The Bulldogs went ahead in the 10^th minute, capitalizing on a UE turnover for the 1-0 advantage.

Gonzalez's goal 17 minutes later tied the match. A far sideline cross from junior defender Ryan Koenig curved into the 18 yard box. Junior forward Tyrus Sciarra then headed the ball back to Gonzalez for the score in the lower right corner.

The match stayed even at one until Drake went ahead on a 45^th minute goal from Alex Prusa with just 18 seconds remaining before halftime.

A 53^rd minute goal from Steven Enna put the Bulldogs up 3-1, an amount that UE was unable to dwindle the rest of the night.

Gonzalez led all players with three shots and now has a team-high three goals this season. The assists from Koenig and Sciarra are their first helpers of the year. Sophomore midfielder/defender Ian McGrath also had two shots in the contest. Freshman goalkeeper Greg Niven made his first start of the season, totaling two saves in the match.

"We will have to mature quickly if we plan on achieving our goals this season," added Ray. "Tomorrow is a new day and Butler is our next opponent. We have to pick ourselves up and get prepared for the match."

UE is back at home on Tuesday, Sept. 29 to host the Butler Bulldogs. The match will be held at Arad McCutchan Stadium and begin at 7:00 p.m. CDT.