ST. LOUIS, Mo. – The Webster University men's soccer team rallied from an early second-half deficit to defeat Spalding University, 2-1, Saturday afternoon at World Wide Technology Soccer Park, remaining unbeaten in SLIAC play.
After a scoreless opening half, Spalding took a 1-0 lead in the 52nd minute when Semir Siljkovic found the back of the net.
The Gorloks responded quickly, tying the match just over two minutes later. Alberto Duque Gonzalez scored in the 55th minute off an assist from Juan Ignacio Martins Ferreira to make it 1-1.
Less than five minutes later, Webster completed the comeback. Elmin Lemes scored at the 59:59 mark to put the Gorloks ahead, 2-1.
Webster's defense held the lead over the final 30 minutes, with goalkeeper Jakub Samelko making one save to preserve the victory. The Gorloks finished with a 17-7 advantage in shots and put nine shots on goal compared to two for Spalding.
Duque Gonzalez recorded a goal and assist, while Lemes added his fourth goal of the season. Martins Ferreira picked up his team-leading second assist on Webster's first goal.
The victory improves Webster to 3-1-4 overall and 3-0-0 in SLIAC play, keeping the Gorloks unbeaten through their first three conference matches.
Webster returns to action Wednesday, Oct. 7, hosting Washington University in St. Louis at World Wide Technology Soccer Park. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m.
