On a crisp August evening in Durham, North Carolina, Georgetown University’s men’s soccer squad delivered a masterclass in attacking cohesion and defensive discipline, routing Duke 3-0 and preserving an unblemished start to the 2026 season.
Key Moments in the Second Half
The breakthrough came in the 55th minute when midfielder David Urrutia curled a free‑kick into the net, giving the Hoyas a 1‑0 lead. Just over a quarter of an hour later, junior forward Mitchell Baker struck twice in quick succession, first in the 71st minute to double the advantage and then again shortly after to seal the 3‑0 result.
Goalkeeper Charlie DeMarco continued his recent form with a second consecutive clean sheet, making several crucial saves that kept Duke at bay after they were reduced to ten men following Emmanuel Frimpong’s second‑yellow‑card dismissal.
Coach Wies Praises Team Unity
Head coach Brian Wies highlighted the collective effort that underpinned the win, singling out Urrutia’s midfield control and Baker’s attacking spark as pivotal. He also praised the impact of substitutes Mateo Ponce Ocampo and Matthew Van Horn, whose fresh legs helped maintain pressure on the Duke defense.
The victory marks Georgetown’s first win over a ranked Atlantic Coast Conference opponent this season and sets a promising tone for a schedule that will next see the Hoyas travel to face No. 25 Oregon State University on September 4.