No. 5 Georgetown men's soccer team tied No. RV25 UNC 1-1 in their season opener at Shaw Field. The match showcased both teams鈥� efforts, with Georgetown displaying resilience after falling behind early. Junior Mitchell Baker scored the equalizer after a sequence of plays set up by David Urrutia and Mateo Ponce Ocampo. The tie leaves both teams with a record of 0-0-1 as they look to improve in upcoming games.

By the Numbers
  • Georgetown outshot UNC 9-8, with both teams having 6 shots on target.
  • Georgetown earned 4 corner kicks compared to UNC's 1.
State of Play
  • Georgetown had early momentum, hitting the crossbar in the 3rd minute.
  • The match was physical, especially in the late stages as Georgetown pushed for a win.
What's Next

Georgetown will face Rutgers on Sunday evening, looking for their first win of the season. The match will be broadcast on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

The tie against a ranked opponent highlights Georgetown's potential but also underscores the need to convert opportunities into victories as they advance in the season.