MACOMB, Ill. – Western Illinois women's soccer returns to John MacKenzie Alumni Field on Sunday, Oct. 25, hosting Morehead State at 1 p.m. as Ohio Valley Conference play continues. The Leathernecks look to bounce back after a 2-0 loss to UT Martin, while the Eagles enter following a narrow 1-0 loss to Eastern Illinois.

LAST TIME OUT

Western Illinois fell 2-0 to UT Martin on Sunday, surrendering two first-half goals. The Leathernecks looked to respond throughout the match, with Callie McMurtrey and Nelly Beliveau recording first-half attempts.

Rita Moran led the attack after halftime with multiple shots, while Claire Brown, Beliveau and Ali Matthews also created opportunities. Goalkeeper Mahee-Lee Caron made several saves, including a stop in the 85th minute, but Western was unable to find the net.

MATCHUP TO WATCH

The Leathernecks will look to generate more scoring opportunities and take advantage of their home-field advantage against Morehead State. Creating pressure in the attacking third and finishing chances will be important as Western continues its conference schedule.

SCOUTING MOREHEAD STATE

Morehead State enters Sunday's matchup after a heartbreaking 1-0 loss to Eastern Illinois, conceding the game-winning goal with just 37 seconds remaining.

The Eagles controlled much of the first half before EIU increased its pressure after the break. Morehead State goalkeeper Amira Hendrick recorded four saves, while Jade Walton led the Eagles with five shots on goal.

Morehead State outshot Eastern Illinois 13-8 but could not find the back of the net. The Eagles will look to turn their offensive production into a result against the Leathernecks as they continue searching for their first OVC victory.

UP NEXT

Western Illinois hosts Morehead State on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 1 p.m. at John MacKenzie Alumni Field in Macomb, Ill.

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