Liberty University
4-0-1, 0-0-0
North Carolina
3-3-2, 3-1-2
| Team | 1 | 2 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| North Carolina | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Liberty Downs North Carolina 1-0
2/25/2021 12:00:00 AM | Men's Soccer
For the first time in program history, the Liberty Flames defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels, 1-0, Wednesday evening at Dorrance Field.
Forward Noah Holmes scored the game-winning goal during the 52nd minute. Off a pass by midfielder Marko Mitrevski, Holmes buried a shot off the right-side post for the game's lone goal.
The Flames have not allowed a goal this season, as head coach Kelly Findley's squad once again had a strong defensive effort. Liberty allowed North Carolina just one shot on goal during the contest.
Liberty moves to 4-0-1 on the season. North Carolina drops to 3-3-2.
Scoring Summary
52' – LIBERTY – Noah Holmes (Assisted by Marko Mitrevski)
Turning Point
Less than seven minutes into the second half, Mitrevski broke free from a Tar Heels defender and lifted a pass into the center off the box for Holmes. Holmes quickly settled the ball at his feet and ripped a shot into the lower right-hand corner of the net for a 1-0 Liberty advantage.
Key Stats & Notes
- Liberty's victory is its first over North Carolina in program history. The Tar Heels had won the previous five meetings.
- Liberty is unbeaten through its first five games of a season for the first time since 1997. The Flames began the season 8-0 to start 1997.
- With five consecutive shutouts, the Flames tied the program record for consecutive shutouts. The last time Liberty posted five consecutive shutouts was from Oct. 28, 1989 through Sept. 3, 1990
- North Carolina held an 8-7 advantage in shots. However, the Flames had a 2-1 edge on shots on goals.
- Holmes' goal was his first of the season. Mitrevski's assist was his team-leading third of the year.
- Liberty goalkeeper Danny Cordero made one save in the contest. Cordero has played all 470 minutes in net for the Flames this season.
Up Next
The Flames return home to Osborne Stadium on Monday. Liberty will host the High Point Panthers. Match time is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Team Stats
Noah Holmes (1)
Assisted By: Marko Mitrevski
GOAL by LIB Holmes, Noah Assist by Mitrevski, Marko.
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