News Summary
In a rivalry match, the Jacksonville University men’s soccer team lost 2-0 to North Florida at Hodges Stadium. Both of North Florida’s goals came in the first half, leaving Jacksonville struggling to find a response despite several attempts on goal. This defeat puts Jacksonville’s season record at 4-7-4, while North Florida improves to 11-4-0. The Dolphins will need to regroup as they head into their next matches, aiming to turn their season around and improve in the conference standings.
Jacksonville — The Jacksonville University men’s soccer team experienced a setback on October 25, 2025, losing 2-0 to North Florida in a rivalry match at Hodges Stadium. This defeat marks a challenging moment for the Dolphins as they strive to improve their season performance.
Both goals for North Florida were scored in the first half, putting Jacksonville on the defensive early in the match. The scoring began in the 31st minute when North Florida found the back of the net, followed shortly by a second goal four minutes later. Anton Khelil scored the second goal, which was assisted by Rentaro Miyakawa, further solidifying North Florida’s lead.
Throughout the match, Jacksonville’s offense attempted to regroup, managing a total of 10 shots, with five of those attempts on target. Midfielder Romain Spailier led the Dolphins’ offensive efforts with three shots, while forwards Felix Kogler and substitute Juan Pablo Gonzalez each contributed two shots on goal. Despite these attempts, North Florida’s goalkeeper Luciano Natoli showcased strong defensive skills, successfully blocking several shots and maintaining a clean sheet for the match.
While Jacksonville had a slight edge in corner kicks, recording 6 compared to North Florida’s 4, they could not convert these opportunities into goals. On the other end of the field, Jacksonville’s goalkeeper Christian Sekanina was kept busy, making four saves to prevent a more significant loss.
Following this match, Jacksonville’s overall season record now stands at 4 wins, 7 losses, and 4 draws (4-7-4). In conference play, the Dolphins have recorded 1 win, 2 losses, and 2 draws (1-2-2), placing them in a difficult position as they look to improve their standings. Meanwhile, North Florida celebrates their victory, enhancing their season record to 11 wins, 4 losses, with no draws (11-4-0), and they currently hold a conference record of 4 wins and 1 loss (4-1-0).
This match was not only significant for the players and fans but was also an important event in the ongoing rivalry between Jacksonville and North Florida. As both teams look to finish the season strong, Jacksonville will need to reflect on this defeat and make necessary adjustments heading into their upcoming matches. With the stakes high, the Dolphins remain determined to turn their season around.
Looking ahead, Jacksonville’s next match will be crucial as they seek to regain momentum and improve their standings in the conference. As the season progresses, the team will continue to work hard in training and prepare for the challenges ahead.
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- FGCU Men’s Soccer News
- Google News: North Florida men’s soccer
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