On the evening of August 24, 2026, the UNC Asheville Men’s Soccer squad met Furman University on their home turf, producing a tightly contested 1‑1 stalemate that kept both teams unbeaten in the early season.
The breakthrough arrived in the first half when Lennart Granzow was penalized for a foul on an early corner attempt, awarding the Bulldogs a penalty kick that Tyler Ware calmly converted to put UNC Asheville ahead 1‑0.
Goalkeeper Lucca Barros proved decisive, making eight saves over the course of the match — matching his career high — and particularly thwarting two clear chances in the first half that could have given Furman the lead.
Furman answered in the 79th minute when Diego Hernandez curled a free‑kick into the net, leveling the score and sparking a frantic finish as the teams traded possession and six corner kicks each.
What’s Next for the Bulldogs
The Bulldogs will look to rebound when they host Warren Wilson on September 1 at Greenwood Field, with kickoff scheduled for 6:00 p.m., a match that promises another test of their defensive resilience.
Fans can follow live match statistics on the Bulldogs’ official website, providing real‑time insight into the team’s performance as the season progresses.