Marquette’s men’s soccer squad opened its season with a 4-2 win on the road against Northern Illinois, marking the Golden Eagles’ first victory away from home this year. The match began with a flurry of activity that set the tone for a contest that would swing back and forth before settling in Marquette’s favor.
A Fast Start Sets the Tone
Tomiwa Adewumi struck twice within the first six minutes, igniting the scoring and launching a four‑goal streak across three appearances. His early brace gave Marquette a 2-0 lead before Northern Illinois managed to rally.
The Huskies answered with two corner‑kick headers before halftime, knotting the game at 2-2. The equalizer seemed to shift momentum, but Marquette’s composure held firm as the second half unfolded.
Mads Konrad Horgoien broke the deadlock in the 65th minute, slotting a goal that put Marquette ahead 3-2. The lead was short‑lived, however, as Joey Buchanan added an insurance strike in the 84th minute to seal a 4-2 final score.
Goalkeeper Cameron Simpson was busy throughout, making three crucial saves that kept the lead intact and earned him the win. His performance underscored the defensive resilience that complemented the offense.
Looking ahead, Marquette is set to face the No. 23‑ranked Wisconsin Badgers on Monday night at 7 p.m. Central, a matchup that promises another test for a team that has already shown it can respond under pressure.