The University of Memphis men's soccer team kicked off their season with a 2-0 victory over Belmont in Nashville. After a scoreless first half, Renan Syrio scored the first goal off a rebound from a saved penalty, followed by a goal from Saad Chaouki to secure the win. The Tigers dominated the game with 14 shots, signaling a strong start to the season and breaking a two-year drought in season openers.

By the Numbers
  • Memphis outshot Belmont 14-1 in the first half, finishing with 14 total shots for the match.
  • This win marks Memphis鈥� 19th victory against Belmont in their series history.
State of Play
  • The Tigers improved their record to 1-0-0 for the season.
  • 14 players made their regular season debuts for Memphis, including four who played the full 90 minutes.
What's Next

Memphis will host RV North Carolina for their home opener on August 24 at 7 p.m., aiming to build on their opening victory and attract strong fan support with a White Out theme.

Bottom Line

This victory not only ended a two-year winless streak at season openers but sets a positive tone for Memphis moving forward. The strong offensive display and newcomers stepping up indicate a promising season ahead for the Tigers.