Despite striking first in their final game of the UAB Soccer for the Cure Classic, Memphis came up with a draw against the Cougars.

After today's game, Memphis moves to 1-0-1 for the season.
 
KEY MOMENTS

  • Just 22 minutes into the match, Gabriel Christensen gave the Tigers the 1-0 lead when he connected with the back of the net off assists from Marcus Larikka and Hayden Anderson.
  • Memphis would hold the lead through halftime until the Cougars got a goal from Chris Elliott in the 47'.
  • The Tigers saw multiple chances in the second half to take the lead, but all three shots put on goal were saved by Cougars goalkeeper Olly Marshall.
  • Lineker Rodrigues dos Santos would have the chance at the end of the match to regain the lead, but his shot sailed just high of the net.

NOTABLES

  • Seven different Tigers recorded shots today with Lineker Rodrigues dos Santos leading the way with four.
  • Colin Welsh got the start in goal today with one save recorded.

UP NEXT

  • Memphis will open up a five-game homestand and make their first appearance at home on Thursday night when they host Xavier. Kick-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Track & Soccer Complex. Coverage of the match can be found on ESPN+ and on GoTigersGo.com.
  • The Tigers will continue their homestand on Saturday, September 10 when they welcome UW-Green Bay to South Campus. First touch is set for 7 p.m.