OMAHA, Neb. – The Omaha men's soccer team, behind a goal and an assist from senior
Xavier Gomez, downed Oral Roberts by a 2-0 score on Senior Day at Caniglia Field.
With the win, the Mavericks improved to 9-5-2 overall and 2-1-2 in Summit League action and clinched a spot in the Summit League Championship next week. The Golden Eagles end the season 4-11-1 overall and 1-4 in conference play.
Gomez scored the first goal of the game in the 16th minute off an assist from
Cole Nelson. Nelson sent a pass that split the middle of the ORU defense that allowed Gomez to place his shot into the left corner for his fourth goal of the season.
The Mavericks added an insurance goal in the 88th minute.
Elvir Ibisevic scored his ninth goal of the season from a shot from the right side that found the lower left corner. Gomez was credited with his eighth assist of the season.
Following the game, Omaha honored its 2017 senior class of
Ray Barajas,
Brahan Gamarra,
Joseph Ghitis,
Xavier Gomez,
Emmanuel Hamzat,
Michael Jaime and
Jacob Weiler.
Inside the Box Score
• Omaha outshot Oral Roberts 16-9 and held a 5-4 advantage in shots on goal.
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Joseph Ghitis played all 90 minutes in goal and recorded four saves.
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Elvir Ibisevic took four shots in the match and scored one goal.
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Xavier Gomez took three shots, scored one goal and dished out one assist.
• UNO took eight corner kicks in today's game while ORU had four.
• Between the two teams, there were 20 fouls and four yellow cards.
Maverick Notes
• With the win, Omaha qualified for its third-straight Summit League Tournament.
• Ibisevic's nine goals tie him for the Summit League lead.
• Gomez's eight assists lead the conference.
• The Mavericks have won nine or more games for four-straight seasons.
In Their Own Words
Omaha head coach Jason Mims about his senior class.
"It's always a special day for the seniors on Senior Day. I am thankful for all of their hard work and contributions they have given us over their career."
Thoughts on hosting the Summit League Tournament.
"We are looking forward to hosting the Summit League Championships here in Omaha. We are excited to be playing at Caniglia, and having our great fans in full force on Thursday night!"
What's Next
Omaha will host the Summit League Champions starting Thursday, Nov. 9. The complete schedule will be released later this evening.
