Wake Forest's men's soccer squad traveled to Spry Stadium for a tightly contested encounter with VCU, finishing level at 0‑0 after a full 90 minutes of play.
The Demon Deacons dictated the tempo, outshot the Rams 19‑5 and earned 12 corner kicks, while holding 67 percent of possession throughout the match.
Goalkeeper Jonah Mednard posted his first clean sheet of the 2026 campaign, extending his career to four solo shutouts and underscoring the team's defensive cohesion.
Key Performances
David Nguema earned his first collegiate Man of the Match award, while veteran midfielder Daniel Krueger and newcomer Rooney Osei featured prominently, with Osei making a notable impact in his collegiate debut.
Coach Muuss praised the squad's front‑foot approach and resilience, highlighting the return of key players and the collective effort that limited VCU to just one shot in the opening half.
Despite a flurry of chances, including a 51st‑minute save by VCU's Monteiro, the Deacons could not find a breakthrough, leaving the match level heading into the next road stretch.
The team now heads to Ohio for upcoming fixtures against No. 12 Akron on August 28 and Bowling Green on August 31, aiming to carry the momentum forward.