ANNVILE, Pa. – The College of New Jersey men's soccer team was defeated by Lebanon Valley, 2-1, on Sunday.

The Lions scored first in the 16^th minute by way of a Luke Pascarella goal. The sophomore from Millstone, N.J. net his first collegiate score to put TCNJ on top, 1-0.

Lebanon Valley tied the game in the 51^st minute. After that, it appeared as if the match was heading into overtime, but Lebanon Valley scored with less than two minutes to play to nab a 2-1 lead.

In net for TCNJ was Julian Franco, who recorded five saves on the afternoon.

The Lions will return to the pitch on Wednesday for their home opener to face FDU-Florham.