In an exciting soccer clash on September 10, 2023, St. Thomas (Tex.) faced off against Mary Hardin-Baylor at the Cru Sports Plex in Belton. With a final score of 2-0 in favor of St. Thomas, this match delivered an intense battle on the field.
The first half saw St. Thomas take control of the game early on. Taty Aleman was the star of the show as he broke the deadlock in the 44th minute with an impressive solo effort, scoring an unassisted goal to put his team ahead 1-0.
The game was not short on intensity, as the players from both sides were fully committed. However, the first half ended with St. Thomas maintaining their slim lead.
The second half continued to showcase the Celts' dominance. In the 47th minute, Leonardo Mansur Scarparo capitalized on a well-executed play, receiving an assist from Ian Alvarez and slotting the ball past the Mary Hardin-Baylor goalkeeper. This extended St. Thomas's lead to 2-0.
Despite Mary Hardin-Baylor's efforts to mount a comeback, St. Thomas's defense and goalkeeper, Cristo Gayoso, stood firm with three saves and prevented any goals from the opposition.
With a final score of 2-0, St. Thomas secured a well-deserved victory. The win improved their record to 4-0-0 for the season, showcasing their potential as a formidable force in the league.