WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Southeastern fell 1-0 to Keiser on Wednesday after the Seahawks scored late in the second half to secure the Sun Conference victory.
SEU had an early advantage after Keiser received a red card just 46 seconds into the match. Despite playing with an extra player for nearly the entire contest, the Fire were unable to capitalize on the opportunity in the first half.
Both teams recorded three shots in the opening 45 minutes, with neither side finding the back of the net. SEU entered halftime tied 0-0 with Keiser.
The Fire increased its offensive pressure in the second half, recording six shots and six corner kicks.
Pablo Lobon put a shot on target in the 64th minute, but Keiser goalkeeper Juan Saldarriaga made the save to keep the match scoreless.
The Seahawks broke through in the 77th minute when Raul Cedillo scored off assists from Mikael Baisotti and Santiago Duque. The goal gave Keiser a 1-0 lead with less than 14 minutes remaining.
SEU continued to search for an equalizer late in the match, earning additional corner kicks and creating opportunities in the final minutes. However, Keiser held on to secure the shutout.
The team finished with nine shots and eight corner kicks, while Keiser recorded 11 shots and five corner kicks.
Noah Murray-Hawkins played all 90 minutes in goal for SEU.
With the loss, SEU moves to 8-2-2 overall and 2-1-1 in Sun Conference play.
The Fire returns home Saturday, Oct. 17, to host New College of Florida at 11 a.m.