ST. PAUL, MINN. – The University of Northwestern men's soccer team [4-2-2, 3-0-1 UMAC] came up short, 3-0, to Carleton College [6-3, 1-2 MIAC] Tuesday afternoon in a non-conference contest. The Eagles battled hard, but were unable to defeat the Knights on the mid-day match.

The first 45-minute frame was well-contested, as both teams defended their nets with the best of their abilities, keeping the score leveled 0-0 at the halftime break. 

Taking on the second period, CC knocked in two goals by the 56-minute mark, and then a final one at the 79' to seal a 3-0 win over UNW.  

Concluding the game, Northwestern totaled three shots [0 SOG], while Carleton recorded 22 shots [6 SOG].

The purple and gold will welcome conference rival St. Scholastica on Saturday, September 30, for a homecoming battle. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. at Reynolds Field. Fans can find the live gameday coverage at www.unweagles.com.