SMU’s men’s soccer team delivered a commanding 2‑0 victory over Loyola Marymount on Friday night at Washburne Stadium, a result that not only secured a top‑five win but also marked the Mustangs’ third straight win to open the season.
First‑time scorers shine
Freshman forward Joseluis Villagomez broke the deadlock in the 38th minute, recording his inaugural college goal, while senior Andre Philibbosian doubled the lead in the 58th minute with his first tally for SMU.
The assist came from Nick Harshaw, whose precise pass set up Villagomez, and the play underscored a balanced attack that generated five shots on target from a total of 20 offensive attempts.
Defensively, the Mustangs were flawless, denying LMU any shot on goal while maintaining pressure throughout the match, a performance that contributed to SMU’s 3‑0‑0 start and a perfect 3‑0‑1 record against the Lions all time.
A season to watch
Beyond the scoreboard, the early results reveal a potent offense that has already netted nine goals while conceding just one in the first three games, a statistic that places the team among the nation’s most promising units as they prepare for conference play.