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Rizzo’s Brace Leads UAB Men’s Soccer Past Louisville

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Lucas Rizzo scored both of UAB men's soccer's (4-1-3) two goals in the Blazers 2-1 victory over Louisville (4-3-1) on Tuesday night. UAB extended its unbeaten streak to seven matches, the longest such streak since 2011.

While the Cardinals controlled the possession for the majority of the first half, Jonathan Munteanu and the Blazer defense was able to keep the match scoreless. Munteanu finished the night with four saves.

Rizzo got the scoring started in the 52nd minute for the Blazers. Gustavo Barbosa played the ball up the left wing to Rizzo and he was able to cut in and slot it home to give UAB the lead at 1-0.