Game story.
http://www.omaha.com/creighton/mens-soccer/creighton-strikes-early-to-deliver-win-over-loyola-chicago/article_f85e26e0-8520-11e6-a3c7-8321af4cb292.htmlMore photos.
http://whiteandbluereview.com/photo-gallery-creighton-mens-soccer-blanks-loyola-chicago-3-0/It was a competitive match, played before a crowd of 1894. Creighton did something early it hadn't done all season till last weekend, score off a set piece. The Bluejays then were slow to respond, relaxed a bit much, and Loyola exploited the gaps, creating multiple chances over the first 25 minutes of the game. The Ramblers had two point blank shots that the Creighton keeper stopped. If either goes in, it's a different ball game. The way Loyola responded to Creighton's goal showed their quality and talent.
Creighton's second goal was a beauty. There wasn't anything Loyola did wrong on Creighton's first two goals; they were earned goals. The Bluejays settled down after their second goal and made some halftime adjustments that led to holes being plugged. After the third goal, both sides substituted freely and the outcome was essentially decided. Coach Bolowich was very complimentary of Loyola's team. Although the Ramblers didn't come away with the win, playing a good team like Creighton will be a learning experience that will pay dividends in MVC play and particularly NCAA tournament play at season's end. Creighton took a loss early at Clemson and it led to a bunch of adjustments that have all been positive.
Best wishes for a successful season!