The Delaware Valley boys soccer team’s dream of a first-ever state title was dashed during a devastating sequence 15 minutes into the second half.

Senior defender Marco Nassi received a second yellow card and was sent off for a foul to the left of the Terriers’ penalty area with 25:27 left in the second half.

11/22 - 5:30 PM Boys Soccer Final Glen Ridge 3 Delaware Valley 1

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On the ensuing free kick, Glen Ridge junior Ryan Law headed in fellow junior Max Fleischer’s cross to the back post.

That momentum swing helped the North 1 champion Ridgers capture their second state title as they defeated Central champ Delaware Valley 3-1 in the NJSIAA Group 1 championship at Franklin High School Saturday night.

“I thought it was a foul but it’s just one of those calls you

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