Leathernecks Fall 2-1 to Eastern Illinois in OVC Matchup

Charleston, IL – The Western Illinois women's soccer team battled back from an early deficit to even the score before halftime, but Eastern Illinois found the go-ahead goal in the second half as the Leathernecks fell 2-1 in Ohio Valley Conference action. Eastern Illinois opened the scoring in the 19th minute when Alex Tetteh found the back of the net off an assist from Amelia Mundo. Western Illinois responded in the 37th minute, with the Leathernecks leveling the match at 1-1 on a team goal. WIU continued to create opportunities throughout the first half, putting pressure on the Panthers' defense...