The Akron men's soccer team, ranked No. 8/12, aims to improve to 2-0 as they face Army at FirstEnergy Stadium on August 24 at 7 p.m. Following a shutout win against Dayton, where they secured a 3-0 victory, the Zips bring momentum into this non-conference match. Key players include Remi Agunbiade and Matt Dreas, both honored in the preseason All-BIG EAST team. The Zips have been predicted to lead the Midwest Division in the upcoming season.

By the Numbers
  • Akron holds an 8-2-8 overall record from the previous season.
  • In their season opener, Akron outshot Dayton 15 to 10, with six shots on goal.
State of Play
  • The Zips have started the season strong with a shutout win.
  • Akron is projected to be the top team in the Midwest Division of the BIG EAST Conference.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the Zips will face Wake Forest in their next match at FirstEnergy Stadium on August 28, aiming to continue their winning streak.

Bottom Line

As the Zips take the field against Army, continuing their strong start will be key to solidifying their status as a top contender in the BIG EAST and beyond.