NC State
4-0-2, 1-0-0
Stetson
1-3-2, 0-0-0
Pack Scores In Final Minutes to Collect a Draw
9/13/2024 10:17:00 PM | Men's Soccer
RALEIGH, N.C. – Led by Donavan Phillip's lone header in the 89th minute, NC State men's soccer improves to 4-0-2 after collecting a tie against Stetson at home on Friday night.
For the third time this season, NC State saved itself with a goal in the final two minutes of the game to continue the season without a loss.
Neither team was able to take full control over the other in first half, although Stetson out-shot the red-and-white 3-1.
The Hatters got on the board in the 30th minute to take the lead when Charles Ahl forced Logan Erb to make consecutive saves they were deflected back out into the box. It was Joao Freitas who put the nail in the coffin off of the second deflection from Erb to make the Pack trail going into halftime for the first time this season.
Coming out of halftime, Junior Nare put up a long-range effort from outside the box to force Stetson's goalkeeper, Nicolo Radaelli, to make a save.
Erb made another crucial save in the 60th minute to keep the Hatters from doubling their lead. Things continued to look bleak for the Wolfpack as they struggled to connect in a game that increased physicality throughout the final 45 minutes.
Numerous close opportunities arose for the Pack as time on the clock ticked down. Taig Healy, Hakim, Karamoko, and Nikola Markovic each threatened the opposing goalkeeper with shots but none were able to finish.
Finally, Phillip banged a header into the back of the net off a cross from right back, Yves Tcheuyap, to put NC State on the board and save the potential loss they were facing.
Throughout the game, the program was able to honor alumni who came back to celebrate their classes. This included recognitions to former coach, George Tarantini, and former player, Farouk Bseio.
Up Next
The Wolfpack continues its home-stand with UNC Wilmington on Tuesday night at 6 p.m. for International Student Night.
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Team Stats
Joao Freitas (1)
GOAL by STE Freitas, Joao.
29:42
Donavan Phillip (2)
Assisted By: Yves Tcheuyap
GOAL by NCS Phillip, Donavan Assist by Tcheuyap, Yves.
88:06
