News Summary
The UCF men’s soccer team is set to face the No. 22 South Florida Bulls in a crucial away match at Corbett Stadium. After a strong start with a 4-0 win against UTRGV, UCF looks to build momentum after a recent loss. The team’s offensive depth shines, led by Lilian Ricol and Clarence Awoudor. A win would mark their first against a ranked opponent this season. The game will be streamed live on ESPN+, offering fans a chance to support the Knights as they take on this in-state rival.
Tampa, FL – The UCF men’s soccer team is gearing up for a challenging away match against the No. 22 South Florida Bulls on Thursday evening at Corbett Stadium. The game is set to kick off at 7 p.m. and will be streamed live on ESPN+.
Following a split in their first two home games of the season, the Knights enter this match with both momentum and determination. On August 27, UCF secured a dominant 4-0 victory against the UTRGV Vaqueros. However, this was followed by a narrow 2-1 loss to the then-No. 23 UNC Greensboro Spartans on August 31. Across these two contests, five different players contributed to the score sheet, showcasing the team’s offensive depth and capabilities.
Notably, Lilian Ricol leads the Knights with two goals, scoring during the match against UTRGV. Clarence Awoudor has also been instrumental, contributing four points through two assists and a penalty kick goal. The team is currently second in the Sun Belt Conference, having registered a total of seven goals in four matches to date.
UCF’s impressive offensive statistics position them favorably in several categories: they rank second in total points (20), third in total assists (6), and fourth in saves per game (3.25) across the conference. Senior goalkeeper Juanvi Muñoz has made 12 saves so far this season, placing him among the top keepers in the Sun Belt.
The defense has also been noteworthy, particularly in limiting UNC Greensboro to just eight shots, the fewest allowed against ranked opponents this season. With such a solid performance, the Knights are well-prepared as they look forward to facing South Florida.
This upcoming match holds particular significance for UCF; a victory over the Bulls would mark the team’s first win against a ranked opponent since defeating then-No. 9 Clemson on August 24, marking a pivotal moment in their season. UCF and South Florida have recently faced off five times, with an even split producing a 2-2-1 record in those matches.
Since head coach Scott Calabrese took over in 2017, UCF has maintained a notably strong record against Florida teams, boasting 19 wins, 8 losses, and 2 draws. This performance indicates a competitive edge as they face their in-state rival.
South Florida enters this match with an undefeated record of 2-0-2 for the season. After starting unranked, the Bulls have emerged as a formidable opponent. The offensive standout for South Florida is Fabio Bozesan, who has tallied three goals and two assists for a total of eight points. His contributions have been a vital part of South Florida’s success thus far.
Fans of UCF men’s soccer can purchase season and single-game tickets through the UCF Athletics website to support their team as they take on this critical match against South Florida.
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