A Dominant Opening
Kansas City Men's Soccer opened its season with a 1‑0 victory over UNLV Men's Soccer, dominating possession for 62 percent of the match and setting the tone early in the campaign.
The Roos pressed aggressively, launching eight shots in the first half while UNLV could manage only a solitary attempt, underscoring the visitors' defensive vulnerability.
The breakthrough arrived in the 54th minute when Shotaro Kodama struck, echoing the same play that had delivered the winning goal in the team's recent NCAA Tournament victory over Lindenwood.
Goalkeeper Brandon Kincaid preserved the lead with three saves after the interval, extending his unbeaten streak to three consecutive clean sheets and bringing his career total to eight, which ties him for fourth place in program history.
The team now looks to stay perfect as it hosts San Francisco on Sunday at 7:30 p.m., aiming to continue its early‑season momentum.