CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – James Madison men's soccer fell to No. 1 Virginia 1-0 on Tuesday night at Klockner Stadium. The Dukes fell to 9-4-1 on the season, while UVA improved to 11-0-1. The 78
th minute goal was the first goal allowed by the Dukes against a ranked team this season.Â
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The Dukes and Cavaliers were scoreless heading to half, after a barrage of shots by JMU could not find the back of the net. Both keepers made two stops in the first half and the Cavaliers held the advantage in corners 4-3.Â
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In the second half JMU tallied chances early and often to control the pace of play.
Lewis Long IV had the chance of the night for the Dukes, stealing a pass and beating the UVA defense. The Cavaliers keeper made the save to keep the match level early in the half. In the 78
th minute Irakoza Donaisyano scored on a shot from 35 yards out to beat
TJ Bush.Â
MATCH FACTS
No. 1 Virginia (11-0-1) – 1
No. 18 James Madison (9-4-1) – 0
SCORING
78' – UVA – Irakoza Donasiyano (3)
NOTES
- Irakoza Donasivano scored his third goal of the season, turning from 35 yards out and finishing into the top right corner
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TJ Bush falls to 9-4-1 on the season, stopping three shots on the night
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Tom Judge led all Dukes with three shots in the match, followed by
Lewis Long IV
- UVA outshot the Dukes 17-7, but the Dukes held the advantage in shots on goal 5-4
WHAT HEAD COACH PAUL ZAZENSKI SAID
"Tonight was a tough result against a team that has yet to be beaten. Our guys battled all night and had opportunities that just didn't fall. UVA scored a great goal and sometimes you just have to tip your hat. Proud of our group on the night despite the outcome."
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NEXT UP
The Dukes will return home to face off against UNCW in a battle for first place in the CAA. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. from Sentara Park.
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