Box Score Lawrenceville, GA – The Lions Men's Soccer team suffered a tough 2-1 defeat loss Georgia Gwinnett despite putting up a strong fight. Georgia Gwinnett emerged victorious in a closely contested match.

The game kicked off with a high tempo, both teams pressing aggressively and seeking to assert control. Georgia Gwinnett managed to break the deadlock in the 10th minute from a Emanuele Sordi header, with a cross from Odin Solheim to take an early lead. 

The Lions responded to tie it up in the 22nd minute, with a beautiful shot from Owen Morales from 6 right-post into the open net. 

Georgia Gwinnett came out aggressive to start the 2nd half and eventually took the 2-1 lead in the 56th minute with a 2nd Emanuele Sordi goal. Scoring off a top of the box shot into the lower right of the net. Despite the Lions' best efforts to mount a comeback, they were unable to find the equalizer before the final whistle.

Coach Davidson praised the team's performance, He noted, "Our guys played hard out here today. That's a strong Georgia Gwinnett team we faced out there. The result didn't go our way, but I'm proud of how our guys fought tonight."

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The Lions now shift their focus to Bethel University on Wednesday, August 23 for the home opener. For more information on Bryan Lions Men's Soccer and their upcoming fixtures, please visit the official Bryan College Athletics website.