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Aces Drop Season Opener Against Illinois State

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – After over a year of waiting the University of Evansville opened the 2020-21 season Saturday at Arad McCutchan Stadium against Illinois State, falling 1-0.

The Purple Aces registered one shot on goal off a free kick from Alex Eyler. The match was left at a draw going into the half.

The Redbirds came out hot in the second half attempting a shot within the first minute, before breaking the tie in the 68 minute with a goal by Ashley Santos.

UE added another shot on goal at the 87:53 mark by Emily Wolak before the game drew to a close.