CARY, N.C. Methodist men's soccer was on the road Saturday evening, traveling to William Peace University for another USA South Athletic Conference clash. After a scoreless first half, the Monarchs scored a late goal to preserve a 1–1 draw against the Pacers at WakeMed Soccer Park.
JUST THE FACTS
Final score: Methodist ties William Peace, 1–1
Records: Methodist 5-3-9 (1-0-5 USA South), William Peace 8-4-4 (3-0-3 USA South)
Location: WakeMed Soccer Park; Cary, North Carolina
HOW IT HAPPENED
- Both teams struggled to find an offensive rhythm in the first half, with just eight total shots recorded — seven by Methodist and one by William Peace.
- Action picked up after halftime, and the Pacers broke through in the 71st minute when Santiago Escobar scored his fifth goal of the season off an assist from Ehmular Hser.
- Undeterred, the Monarchs continued pressing the attack and were rewarded in the 84th minute. Senior Matthew Manzano sent a well-timed pass into the box, where junior Steven Floyd, Methodist's leading scorer, finished the play for his seventh goal of the season, leveling the score at 1–1.
- Despite several late pushes from both sides, neither team found a winner before the final whistle.
NUMBERS
- Methodist outshot William Peace 13–6, including a 6–4 advantage in shots on goal. The Monarchs also controlled much of the possession, generating seven corner kicks to the Pacers' three.
- Junior goalkeeper Trey Gohr made three saves in 90 minutes of action.
UP NEXT
The Monarchs close out the regular season at home on Wednesday, October 29, when they host long-time USA South rival North Carolina Wesleyan University. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 PM at Duggins Soccer Stadium.
