![COD soccer players huddle before the game.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/075E9656-5F75-44A9-A74B-76ECB642C940-1200x847.jpeg)
International Players Make Their Mark at COD Men’s Soccer
Two members of the men’s soccer program talk about their journey to overcome cultural barriers and international homesickness to pursue their dreams on and off the field.
![Robert Keldani dribbles ball pass defenders.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ROB-dribbles-1200x800.jpg)
Photo Gallery: COD Men’s Soccer Ties Up Waubonsee
COD men's soccer came back in the second half to tie Waubonsee 4-4.
![Archie Murphy takes a penalty shot.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ARCHIE-PEN-1200x800.jpg)
Men’s Soccer Stuns Waubonsee Community College With Comeback
Despite falling into a 0-3 deficit in the first half, the Chaparrals gained momentum to score four goals in the second to complete a 4-4 draw against the Chiefs.
![Mens Soccer Competes with Indiana Northwest and Kishwaukee in Three-way Contest](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/CODM-1200x800.jpg)
Men’s Soccer Competes with Indiana Northwest and Kishwaukee in Three-way Contest
The Chaparrals finished their first game against Indiana Northwest in a 1-1 draw and later defeated Kishwaukee 3-1.
![Freshman Archie Murphy celebrates with his teammates after scoring his freekick goal.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ARCHIE-CELE-SSC-1200x800.jpg)
Men’s Soccer Opens Spring Campaign with Draw
The Chaparrals finished their first game of the spring season with a 1-1 draw against South Suburban College on Sunday.
![The team huddles up after the game.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/39757A53-61AD-458E-AD5D-C65D3630467B-1200x800.jpeg)
Photo Gallery: COD Men’s Soccer Celebrates Sophomore Day
COD men's soccer end their season on sophomore day.
![Six sophomores from the mens soccer team were celebrated prior to the match for their contributions and commitment during their time at COD.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/GAMMMMM-1200x800.jpg)
Men’s Soccer Falls Short of 2-0 Comeback Against Madison College
The Chaparrals concluded their regular season with a 2-1 loss to the WolfPack to finish their season with a record of 5-6-4.
![Freshman back Julio Blanco kicks the ball.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/BE96FFC1-8C4D-41A8-9E84-0CEEFC59335B-1200x774.jpeg)
Photo Gallery: Men’s Soccer Falls to Rock Valley
With heavy rain in the second half, COD men's soccer lost to Rock Valley 3-5.
![Sophomore Joseph Muana celebrates with his teammates after scoring his first career goal for the Chaparrals.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/COD-M-SOCCER-10-16-1200x800.jpg)
Men’s Soccer Defense Crumbles In Loss to Rock Valley
The Chaparrals failed to keep up with a physical Rock Valley squad in the second half to fall to a 4-4-4 record for the season.
![COD mens soccer celebrates after sophomore midfielder Robert Keldani scored a goal.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/B356DDEC-DA07-4923-8C96-A86CA7EE6843-1200x876.jpeg)
Photo Gallery: Men’s Soccer Makes Comeback Win
In a close match-up, the Chaparrals secured the win against Black Hawk College with Archie Murphy's Free Kick Goal.
![Freshman forward Archie Murphy sprints towards the corner flag to celebrate his freekick goal with teammates.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CODMSOCCER-10-5-1200x800.jpg)
Men’s Soccer Stuns Black Hawk College-Moline
The Chaparrals defeated the Braves after a spectacular last-minute free kick goal to secure the 3-2 victory over BHC.
![Freshman forward Archie Murphy attempts to score a goal.](https://codcourier.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/67A9FAB6-AF57-417E-8DEA-806E34B440B4-1200x766.jpeg)
Photo Gallery: Men’s Soccer Ties with Triton
After a tough defensive game, COD men’s soccer ties with Triton College 1-1.