SAN ANTONIO --  The University of the Incarnate Word men's soccer team is searching for its first win as it welcomes cross-town opponent Our Lady of the Lake to Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium on Friday night.

The Cardinals hit the road for the first time this season last Friday, taking on Tulsa. After finding their rhythm late in the first half, UIW quickly created an opportunity in the second, scoring just 90 seconds after halftime. Erik Rios delivered a corner kick to Giovanni Padilla, whose initial attempt was blocked before he found the back of the net to even the score at 1-1. 

The score held for just four minutes before Tulsa reclaimed the lead, holding on for the remainder of the match. Despite the result, the Cardinals outshot the Hurricanes in the final 45 minutes. 

OUR LADY OF THE LAKE (1-0-2)

WHEN AND WHERE: Friday, Sep. 4 at 7 p.m., Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium (San Antonio, Texas)

ABOUT THE SAINTS: The Saints are coming off a 2-2 draw against Huston-Tillotson after earning their first win of the season in a 3-1 victory over the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma. OLLU has scored five goals through its first three games, with five different players finding the back of the net. The Saints have also limited opponents to just three goals.

MATCHUP HISTORY: The two teams have met four times previously, with the Cardinals winning each meeting. In the most recent matchup, UIW earned a 2-0 victory while holding a 19-to-4 advantage in shots. 

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