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Men's soccer takes down Fighting Artichokes 3-0

Men's soccer takes down Fighting Artichokes 3-0

YUMA, Ariz. – The Arizona Western Matadors men's soccer team (11-2, 7-1) found themselves back in the win column on Saturday afternoon, beating Scottsdale (5-7, 3-4) 3-0 at Matadors Soccer Field.

Terry Makedika gave the Matadors the lead in the 28th minute when he was taken down inside the box and then stepped to the spot, converting on a penalty to give the Matadors a 1-0 lead on his eighth goal of the season.

Arizona Western doubled the advantage just prior to the intermission as Nozumu Kamei headed a cross from Camilo Vergara into the upper right corner, pushing the lead to 2-0 on his sixth goal of the season.

The Matadors controlled possession in the second half, coming close to adding a third on multiple occasions.

Lucas Pimont added the third and final goal of the match in the 90th minute, striking in a free kick from outside the 18-yard box as the Matadors secured a 3-0 win.

The Matadors hit the road for an ACCAC matchup with Paradise Valley on Saturday, October 12, at 12:00 pm.