News Summary
The UCF men’s soccer team is set to take on the No. 10 West Virginia Mountaineers in a crucial Sun Belt Conference matchup. With a record of 2-4-1, the Knights are looking for their first conference win after a tough loss to Kentucky. Key players include Lilian Ricol, Claudel N’goubou, and Clarence Awoudor. Historically, UCF has a slight edge over West Virginia, and both teams aim to capitalize on this pivotal game. Fans are encouraged to support the Knights by purchasing tickets for upcoming home games.
Orlando, FL – The UCF men’s soccer team is gearing up to face off against the No. 10 West Virginia Mountaineers in a highly anticipated Sun Belt Conference matchup. The Knights are looking to improve their current record of 2-4-1 overall and 0-1-0 in the conference after a tough 3-2 loss to then-No. 22 Kentucky, where they demonstrated competitive spirit but were unable to secure the win.
In that recent matchup against Kentucky, UCF’s Lilian Ricol made headlines by scoring his third goal of the season, tying the game at 2-2 before the Knights ultimately fell short. Senior forward Claudel N’goubou also contributed to the scoreboard, netting his second goal of the year. Notably, Clarence Awoudor has been a standout player for UCF, leading the team with five assists and nine total points, extending his active points streak to five matches. The Knights’ goalkeeper, Juanvi Muñoz, recorded four saves in the match against Kentucky, which brings his season total to 19 saves.
This upcoming match against West Virginia will mark the eighth game of the season, reaching the halfway point for UCF. Historically, the Knights maintain a slim advantage over the Mountaineers with a record of 2-1-2 in their all-time matchups. Their previous encounter on September 15, 2023, ended in a 2-2 draw, a notable event as it was the first top-five matchup in UCF history.
West Virginia enters this game as the defending champion of both the Sun Belt regular season and tournament, having made it to the second round of the NCAA Tournament last season. The Mountaineers have begun their 2023 season strong, currently holding a record of 5-1-2 overall, and recently won their Sun Belt opener against James Madison.
The UCF men’s soccer team is aiming to secure their first win in the Sun Belt Conference on October 4 against the South Carolina Gamecocks. Fans can support the team by purchasing tickets for home games, with options for both season tickets and single-game tickets available online or through the ticket office.
UCF Athletics is committed to transforming students’ lives through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program, emphasizing the importance of sports and community engagement for students and fans alike.
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
HERE Resources
UCF Men’s Soccer Team Faces Setback Against West Virginia
UCF University Men’s Soccer Prepares for Match Against South Carolina
UNI Women’s Golf Team Prepares for Spring Competitions
UCF Knights Triumph Over North Carolina Tar Heels
UCF Volleyball Team Faces Setback Against Baylor
Florida Gators Men’s Golf Team Prepares for OFCC Invitational
Se7enbites Hosts Art Event for Pride Celebration
Explore Orlando’s Exceptional Golf Courses for Your Next Vacation
Florida: The Ultimate Golfing Destination in the U.S.
Orlando Community to Celebrate Pride with New Art Event
Additional Resources
- UCF Knights: Men’s Soccer Falls to No. 10 West Virginia
- Wikipedia: Sun Belt Conference
- UTRGV Athletics: UCF Boxscore
- Google Search: UCF Men’s Soccer
- UCF Knights: Men’s Soccer Friday Match Announcement
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- Orlando Sentinel: UCF Men’s Soccer Coach Extension
- Google News: UCF Athletics
Author: STAFF HERE ORLANDO WRITER
ORLANDO STAFF WRITER The ORLANDO STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at HEREOrlando.com, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in Orlando, Orange County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates. We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival, Megacon Orlando, and Central Florida Fair. Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Orlando Economic Partnership and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Metro Orlando, plus leading businesses in leisure and hospitality that power the local economy such as Walt Disney World Resort, AdventHealth, and Universal Orlando. As part of the broader HERE network, including HEREJacksonville.com, HEREPetersburg.com, HERETallahassee.com, and HERETampa.com, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into Florida's dynamic landscape.
