A Record‑Breaking Comeback
Youssef Shafei, a sophomore forward from Cairo, Egypt, has been named the Big South Men's Soccer Offensive Player of the Week after delivering a standout performance that helped Longwood secure a 6‑5 victory over William & Mary.
The Lancers opened the scoring in the 29th minute when Shafei struck from 12 yards out on the right side, but the team fell behind 4‑2 as the game progressed. A furious rally followed, with Shafei adding a second goal that proved to be the game‑winner with just over a minute remaining, sending the ball over the William & Mary goalkeeper to cap a four‑goal surge.
That win marked Longwood’s first triumph over the Tribe and set a Division I record for the most goals scored in a road contest, underscoring the team’s resilience and offensive firepower.
Looking ahead, the Lancers will host both Coastal Carolina and Southern Virginia later in the week, with both matches streamed live on ESPN+. The upcoming fixtures provide an opportunity for the team to build on the momentum generated by Shafei’s heroics.