In their last home game of the regular season, the 20th ranked Florida Gators (12-4) soccer team found a way to win in the final minutes over the Mississippi State Bulldogs (6-11). The Gators honored eight seniors for Senior Day prior to the 1-0 win.
The goalkeepers for both Florida and Mississippi State had an outstanding day, keeping the score held at zero until the 81st minute. Sophomore Mayra Pelayo was assisted by senior Meggie Dougherty-Howard for a laser into the net from eight yards out in what would eventually be the winning goal.
The Bulldogs took a shot at sending the game into overtime in the final minute, but Florida sophomore goal keeper Kaylan Marckese made a huge diving stop to keep Mississippi State off the board and secure the win.
Florida had a balanced day with 11 shots taken in each period and led the shot battle 22-10.
Coming Up Next:
The Gators head to Columbia, Missouri to take on the Missouri Tigers in the final game of the regular season on Thursday, October 27 at 9 p.m. The SEC Tournament will start just five days later on November 1. Florida will either be the 4th or 5th seed and could face Mizzou again in the first game of the tournament.