LISLE, Ill. – The Edgewood University men's soccer team made a statement on Saturday afternoon, becoming the first NACC team to defeat Benedictine University in conference play during the 2026 season. In the battle of the Eagles, Edgewood University emerged with a 2-0 victory behind goals from Riley Kann and Cristian Torres-Gale. The visiting Eagles secured their fourth consecutive win and the shutout victory.
HOW IT HAPPENED
- Riley Kann put Edgewood University (9-5-3, 9-1-1 NACC) on the scoreboard in the 62nd minute on Saturday afternoon. Kann found the back of the net for the fourth time in 2026 following superb passes from Cristian Torres-Gale and Isaiah Stiebel.
- Edgewood University was persistent in the second half, scoring in the 86th minute, as a pass from Connor Gage found the foot of Torres-Gale, who sent the ball into the top left corner of the net.
- Benedictine University (5-4-7, 4-1-6 NACC) and Edgewood University were tied 14-14 in shots on the afternoon.
- Kann, Najjar both had shots on target in the opening 45 minutes, but their scoring opportunities were stifled by the Benedictine goalkeeper.
TOP PERFORMERS
- Torres-Gale scored once and added an assist.
- Kann scored the first Edgewood University goal of the afternoon.
- Isaiah Stiebel and Connor Gage also added assists.
- Ezra Wallace tallied two saves in net for Edgewood University.
THE OPPOSITION
- Jacob Skupien led Benedictine with five shots.
- Krystof Cicha and Hubert Grele each recorded three shots.
- Raul Jasso posted six saves in net for Benedictine.
BEYOND THE BOX SCORE
- Edgewood University now leads Benedictine 15-11 in the all-time series and have won four-straight.
UP NEXT
- Edgewood University will close out the regular season vs Wisconsin Lutheran College on Wednesday. Action is set for 7:00 p.m. from Edgewood University Field at Reddan Park.
