<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1sYJ6Y_0wBxItFI00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1sYJ6Y_0wBxItFI00" width="800" height="450" >Duquesne's women's soccer team concluded a two-game road trip with a narrow 2-1 loss to VCU in Richmond. The game, marked by an opening goal from VCU and a subsequent equalizer from Duquesne, saw VCU secure the win with a decisive goal in the second half. Duquesne ended the match with a 19-9 advantage in total shots, though struggled to convert opportunities into goals. This defeat drops the Dukes to a 9-6 overall record and a 3-5 mark in Atlantic 10 play.<ul><li>Shots: Duquesne 19, VCU 9</li><li>Goals: Duquesne's Margey Brown scored her ninth of the season.</li><li>Shots on Target: Duquesne 6, VCU 5</li><li>Current Record: Duquesne is 9-6 overall, 3-5 in Atlantic 10 play.</li></ul>Yes, ButWhile Duquesne outshot VCU, the team's inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities raises questions about finishing in high-pressure situations, particularly given the five shots on goal in the final stretch without finding the back of the net.State of Play<ul><li>The Dukes managed to tie the game 1-1 before conceding a second goal.</li><li>Margey Brown's performance marks her as a key player, tying for third in the ranking for goals in a single season at Duquesne.</li></ul>Duquesne will return home to face Saint Joseph's on October 24, aiming to improve their Atlantic 10 record and build momentum before the upcoming playoffs.Bottom LineDespite the loss, Duquesne's strong offensive performance signals potential for upcoming matches; however, improving their conversion rate will be crucial to success moving forward.</div></body>

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Duquesne Women’s Soccer Narrowly Falls to VCU in 2-1 Match

Duquesne's women's soccer team concluded a two-game road trip with a narrow 2-1 loss to VCU in Richmond. The game, marked by an opening goal from VCU and a subsequent equalizer from Duquesne, saw VCU secure the win with a decisive goal in the second half. Duquesne ended the match with a 19-9 advantage in total shots, though struggled to convert opportunities into goals. This defeat drops the Dukes to a 9-6 overall record and a 3-5 mark in Atlantic 10 play.