Army rallied past Bucknell, 2-1, on Senior Day at West Point, earning its first home and Patriot League win of the season. Jack De Simone scored the winner in the 82nd minute, finishing a setup from substitute Liam Tucker.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Army 2, Bucknell 1.
  • Season records: Army 2-8-3 overall and 1-6-0 in conference; Bucknell 6-8-1 overall and 3-3-1 in conference.
  • Bucknell outshot Army 16-11; Army goalkeeper Blair Camargo made 6 saves.
  • Eight Army seniors were recognized before the game.
Yes, But

Bucknell controlled more of the second half, outshooting Army 11-4, and tied the game on a 73rd-minute penalty kick. Army held on under late pressure, with Camargo making a key save before De Simone’s winner.

What’s Next

Army is scheduled to host Loyola Maryland on Friday, Oct. 30, with kickoff at 6 p.m. The game is set to air on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

The Senior Day win gives Army a needed home and conference breakthrough, sealed by a decisive response after Bucknell’s second-half equalizer.