MERCYHURST (2-2-1) vs NIAGARA (1-3-0)
 
Wednesday, Sept. 9 – 7:30 p.m.
Erie, Pa. – Saxon Stadium
TV: NEC Front Row
 
The Mercyhurst Men's Soccer team is set to face Niagara in an exciting matchup at Saxon Stadium in Erie, Pa. The game will take place on Wednesday, September 9th, at 7:30 p.m. This marks the first meeting between the two teams, adding an intriguing element to the encounter.
 
Mercyhurst Lakers
Mercyhurst comes into this matchup following a strong performance in their recent game against Canisius, where they secured a 3-1 victory. The Lakers dominated with a 14-2 shot advantage, including 7-2 in shots on goal. The goals for Mercyhurst were scored by Luis Felipe Santos, Alvar Silva, and Nathan Katari, with Katari marking his first career goal. Currently, Mercyhurst holds a 2-2-1 record for the season.
 
Niagara Purple Eagles
Niagara has a 1-3-0 record and is coming off a win against Le Moyne, where they claimed a 1-0 victory. Junior Chase Dade was the standout player, scoring the game's only goal. In that match, Niagara recorded seven shots, with forward Reon Tezuka having a shot on goal, while goalkeeper Grant Wyles made one save during his full 90 minutes on the field. So far this season, Niagara has scored three goals, with contributions from Chase Dade, Tetsunari Fujishiro, and Till Rauch.
 
Broadcast Information
This matchup promises an engaging contest as both teams look to build on their recent successes. Local fans can enjoy the game live at Saxon Stadium or via streaming on NEC Front Row.

Whether you're in the stands at Saxon Stadium or watching from home, this game promises to be an exciting event in the men's college soccer schedule, as Mercyhurst and Niagara meet for the very first time.