Men's Soccer Blanks USC Union In Home Opener

SOUTH PRINCE GEORGE, VA – The Richard Bland College of William and Mary Men's Soccer team moves to 1-0 after their first game of the 2021 season.

The men's soccer team hosted USC Union this afternoon in their 2021 season opener.

The game was held even until the 19^th minute, when Julian Rivera struck one between the pipes assisted by Moses Mora. Following Rivera, Michael Afful added a tally off a touch from Andrew Retmier 4 minutes later. At the end of the first half, the Statesmen led 2-0.

As the second half began, Richard Bland showed a great deal of pressure on the opponents' defensive line. In the 66^th minute, Nolan Wyss struck one from Andrew Retmier and Tyriq Amos, followed by his second tally just 4 minutes after.

As the momentum continued for the Statesmen, Moses Mora added his own marker off a pass from Nelsar Castillo while Michael Afful rounded out the attack with the final goal of the match in the 73^rd minute.

Cristian Rodriguez earned the shutout in net with 3 saves on the day.

Richard Bland men's soccer next plays Friday, September 10 against USC Salkehatchie at 12pm in Allendale, SC.