BERKELEY, Calif. \u2013\u00a0 The California women’s soccer team earned its first win of the season Saturday afternoon, defeating LMU 2-1 at Edwards Stadium.<\/p>\n
Miriam Hils<\/a> opened the scoring for the Bears in the 33rd minute, finding the back of the net off an assist from Emelia Warta<\/a> to give Cal a 1-0 lead heading into halftime.<\/p>\n The Lions tied the match in the 66th minute, but Cal responded just six minutes later. Elhom Khursand<\/a> put the Bears back on top in the 72nd minute with a penalty kick goal. LMU was unable to find the equalizer, as Cal secured its first victory of the season.<\/p>\n Emilia Eriksen<\/a> earned her first career start for the Bears, while Amelie Hoppe<\/a> made her season debut.<\/p>\n The Bears remain at home next Thursday, Sept. 3, to face Cal Poly at Edwards Stadium. Fans can join the Bears for another home match or watch live on ESPN+.<\/p>\n STAY POSTED -CalBears.com-<\/p>\n
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