Late Penalty Gives George Mason 1-0 Win Over Rhode Island
George Mason beat Rhode Island 1-0 on a penalty kick in the 82nd minute, ending the Rams’ six-match unbeaten streak. A video review led to a foul call on Lily Camacho in the box, and Mia Casciani converted. Rhode Island controlled much of the match but couldn’t turn its chances into a goal.
By the Numbers- Shots: Rhode Island 16, George Mason 4.
- Corners: Rhode Island 5, George Mason 3.
- Lauren MacDonald led Rhode Island with 5 shots, including 2 on goal.
- George Mason is 8-0-1 at home this season.
- Both teams have 16 Atlantic 10 points, with 2 league matches remaining.
Rhode Island had a decisive edge in shots and corners, including an early scoring chance that George Mason goalkeeper Libby Davy stopped with a diving save. Still, the Rams couldn’t finish, while the penalty decision proved decisive.
State of Play- Saint Louis leads the A-10 by 4 points after beating La Salle 2-1.
- Rhode Island and George Mason are tied for second, 2 points ahead of La Salle.
Rhode Island hosts Richmond on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 1 p.m. ET on ESPN+.
Bottom LineRhode Island generated the better chances but left without points—a costly result in a tight race for A-10 standing with two conference matches left.
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