Belmont, N.C. – The King University men's soccer team earned a hard-fought 1-0 road victory over Belmont Abbey on Tuesday evening at Alumni Field. The Tornado (5-6-4, 4-5-3 Conference Carolinas) displayed composure, discipline, and timely execution to secure the shutout win, with goalkeeper
Gavin Roux anchoring the defense and
Anderson Moore providing the decisive goal.
First Half
The opening 45 minutes featured balanced play, with both teams creating chances but unable to break through. King registered five shots in the half, while Belmont Abbey tallied four. Roux remained steady in goal, and the Tornado defense absorbed pressure effectively to keep the match scoreless heading into halftime.
Second Half
King found its breakthrough in the 70th minute.
Anderson Moore capitalized on a well-placed pass from
Eric Swain, finishing clinically to give the Tornado a 1-0 lead. From there, King's defense and Roux's sharp goalkeeping took center stage. Roux recorded all seven of his saves in the second half, denying Belmont Abbey's 12-shot surge and preserving the clean sheet.
Looking Ahead
The Tornado's road win showcased their ability to stay disciplined under pressure and capitalize on key opportunities. With Moore's decisive strike and Roux's commanding performance in goal, King continues to build momentum as the regular season winds down
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