ST. LOUIS – Saint Louis scored on a second-half PK, but North Florida found a late equalizer as the Billikens and Ospreys played to a 1-1 draw Tuesday night in nonconference men's soccer action at Robert R. Hermann Stadium.
The Billikens move to 6-4-4 overall. North Florida, which has clinched the regular-season title in the ASUN, are now 10-4-3.
The Billikens took the lead in the 55th minute when Alander Soares converted a penalty kick for his third goal of the season. Guilherme Gomes drew the penalty in the box that led to the PK.
Saint Louis maintained its advantage for nearly 30 minutes before North Florida's Omar Trto scored in the 85th minute to even the match.
Saint Louis controlled much of the play, finishing with a 9-6 advantage in shots and a 6-1 edge in corner kicks. The Billikens also held a 4-2 advantage in shots on goal.
North Florida was reduced to 10 players in the 89th minute following a straight red card to Trto.
Lucas McPartlin recorded one save for Saint Louis, while Luciano Natoli made three stops for North Florida.
The Billikens return to Atlantic 10 Conference play Saturday, Oct. 24, when they host Loyola Chicago at Hermann Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
