VCU men鈥檚 soccer secured a scoreless draw against Wake Forest in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Sophomore goalkeeper Manuel Monteiro achieved a career-high five saves, marking his first career shutout. The Rams faced significant challenges, being outshot 19-5, but their defense thwarted Wake Forest's attacks effectively throughout the match.

By the Numbers
  • Manuel Monteiro recorded five saves and his first career shutout.
  • VCU was outshot 19-5, and Wake Forest had 12 corner kicks to VCU's one.
State of Play
  • VCU extended its unbeaten streak at Spry Stadium to 2-0-1 since 2021.
  • VCU's best scoring opportunity came from Kimarly Scott in the 88th minute.
What's Next

VCU will continue its five-game road trip, facing RV North Carolina next on August 28, followed by matches against No. 16 High Point and No. 17 Marshall in early September.

Bottom Line

The draw showcases VCU's defensive resilience and sets the stage for upcoming challenges against ranked opponents. The team's ability to maintain structure lays a solid foundation for future matches.