The MACU Men's Soccer team celebrated a decisive season-opening victory, defeating Paul Quinn 3-0 at the Dill Soccer Field. Under new Head Coach James Roberson, the Evangels displayed impressive dominance, out-shooting their opponent 19-0. The scoring kicked off in the first half with a penalty goal from Leonardo Leitao, followed by two more goals from Elias Hirt and Klaus Gartner in the second half, solidifying MACU's strong performance.

By the Numbers
  • MACU out-shot Paul Quinn 19-0, with 8 shots on goal.
  • Leonardo Leitao and Klaus Gartner scored their first career goals with MACU.
State of Play
  • MACU controlled possession throughout the match, leading to an unchallenged clean sheet for goalkeeper Julian Huertas.
  • The team recorded its first victory of the season, starting 1-0.
What's Next

MACU will face a challenging match against Concordia (Neb.) on Saturday, seeking to build on their winning momentum against last year's Great Plains Athletic Conference Tournament Champion.

Bottom Line

The Evangels' commanding win sets a strong tone for the season ahead, reflecting both talented players stepping up and effective leadership under Coach Roberson.