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Royie Rahamim’s brace leads Robert Morris men to 2-0 win at St. Francis

From Robert Morris University Athletics report

A two-goal performance from freshman Royie Rahamim led the Colonials to their first road win of the season, a 2-0 shutout victory over Saint Francis.

With the win, the defending Horizon League champion Colonials are off to an undefeated start with a 2-0-2 overall record.

HOW IT HAPPENED

RMU struck first in the 25th minute on their very first shot of the game. After causing a turnover in the midfield, Anass Hadran laid the ball off to Kyle Schueneman, who dribbled past a defender and then found Rahamim near the net.

Rahamim slotted the ball into the side panel, giving RMU a 1-0 lead.

RMU’s defense was stellar throughout the first half, not allowing a single shot.

Early in the second half, Emeric Nicol was inches away from extending the lead as his shot just went wide.

In the 61st minute, RMU found their insurance goal.

The Colonials drew a free kick near the corner flag, and Kevin Gorbell curled the ball in. Off the rebound, Rahamim was there to put the ball in the net for his second goal of the day.

Saint Francis pushed in the final 15 minutes, but senior captain Josh Lane stood tall, making two saves to complete the clean sheet and push RMU’s streak to 190 minutes without allowing a goal. This was Lane’s third clean sheet this season and the 10th of his career.

Rahamim has made an immediate impact, scoring three of RMU’s five goals this season.

The Perth, Western Australia native recorded his first career two-goal game and currently ranks first in the Horizon League in goals.

RMU continues its non-conference schedule on the road, next facing Niagara on Sunday, September 7 at 2:00 p.m. The game will stream live on ESPN+.

RMU MSOC MATCH NOTES 

  • RMU doubled Saint Francis in shots with eight to their four and also held a 4-2 advantage in shots on target. Both teams finished with four corner kicks each. Four players on Saint Francis received yellow cards in the match. The Colonials controlled 54% of the possession, and defender Miguel Dominguez played the full 90 minutes.
  • Transfers Kevin Gorbell and Kyle Schueneman each recorded their first points as a Colonial, with both players earning an assist on the day.

 

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John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).

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