LAREDO, Texas — Mississippi College and Texas A&M International played to a 2-2 draw on Thursday at Dustdevil Field. Both teams netted a goal in each half, with MC leveling the score in the second half. The match saw a total of 12 fouls from Texas A&M International, including a red card, which added tension to the closing minutes. This game marked the first outing for head coach Rafael Costa, adding an additional layer of significance to the encounter.

The first half between Mississippi College and Texas A&M International ended in a 1-1 draw. Texas A&M International took the lead in the 31st minute with a goal from Chris Fuentes, assisted by Abner Trevino. Mississippi College responded swiftly, leveling the score at 1-1 in the 38th minute with Gage Sorey scoring off an assist by Sergio Garrido. The half saw multiple fouls on both sides, with Texas A&M International committing several, including a yellow card on Aaron Trevino in the 38th minute.

The second half began with Mississippi College pressing the attack, as Russell Berko's shot was saved early on by Ioannis Koupepides. Garrido found the back of the net in the 64th minute, assisted by Lewis Matton, giving the visitors a 2-1 lead. However, Texas A&M International responded swiftly, equalizing just a minute later with a goal from Fuentes, assisted by Tiziano Klamler. Despite multiple attempts from both teams, the half ended in a 2-2 draw, with a notable red card issued to Texas A&M International, impacting the final minutes of play.

The first half featured a strategic battle, culminating in a pivotal equalizer from Sorey in the 38th minute, assisted by Garrido. Earlier, Texas A&M International took the lead with a goal by Fuentes in the 31st minute. Mississippi College's goalkeeper Cole Turner was crucial, notably saving a shot from Heiko Droemer in the 12th minute, ensuring the score remained level at 1-1 heading into halftime.

The second half began with Mississippi College pressing forward, highlighted by Berko's early shot on goal at 46:44, which was saved. Garrido broke the deadlock for Mississippi College in the 63rd minute with a goal assisted by Matton, giving the visitors a 2-1 lead. However, the advantage was short-lived, as Texas A&M International equalized less than a minute later through Fuentes, leveling the score at 2-2. Despite both teams pushing for a winner, including a saved attempt by Patrick Vukoje in the 89th minute, the half concluded with the score tied.

Sergio Garrido made a strong impact with one goal and one assist, contributing significantly to the team's offensive efforts. Gage Sorey netted a goal while also taking two shots, one of which was on target. Cole Turner, the goalkeeper, recorded two saves while facing 12 shots in total. Lewis Matton added to the team's playmaking with one assist, enhancing the team's attacking opportunities.

Mississippi Col. Top Performers  

Sergio Garrido  
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- one goal  
- one assist  
- three shots  

Gage Sorey  
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- one goal  
- two shots  
- one shot on goal  

Cole Turner  
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- two saves  
- 90 minutes played  

Lewis Matton  
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- one assist  
- one shot  

Russell Berko  
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- two shots  
- one shot on goal  

Mississippi College opened the season at 0-0-1 after the draw. Texas A&M International also started the season with a 0-0-1 record following the match.  MC returns to action on Saturday versus St. Edwards with kickoff set for 7 p.m. in Austin, Texas. Read Full Article