Zip_ME87

The lack of finishing is maddening. How many open chances not taken. Why are our players so timid about shooting? Sending one over the open goal from point blank range with little to no pressure should not happen; and then a few moments later taking out your frustration on a play giving the ref an opportunity to send you off with a red card is totally unacceptable. I'm not sure this team yet believes in itself. The wins v St Louis, Cornell, and Syracuse should have solidified that belief, but I'm not sure it's there yet. Down a goal, down a man, and dealing with another questionable referee ... not allowing a goal and finding one to tie, I sure hope brings it.

Agreed. However, it's frustrating that these Zips don't seem to start games with that inspiration. 90 minutes, please.

from https://ncaaorg.s3.amazonaws.com/championships/sports/soccer/rules/2026PRXSO_D1RulesChanges.pdf VIDEO Review Rule 5.7.1 Changes to Video Review procedures as follows: Referees can initiate a review at any time for timing issues or for the ball crossing the endline. All other reviews will require a coach’s challenge. Each team will have two (2) challenges per match. If a team is out of challenges, the referee can initiate a review on their own during the last 10 minutes of regulation or in overtime. Rationale: This will eliminate uncertainty over when a review should take place and will reduce unnecessary reviews. Coaches will have more control over the decision to review a play. Rule 5.7 Permit the addition of the following offenses by the attacking team as reviewable play situations: • A foul prior to the scoring of a goal; • A foul or an offside prior to the award of a penalty kick or the issuing of a red card for Denial of an Obvious Goal Scoring Opportunity; and • Offside prior to the scoring of a goal. Rationale: Increases fairness and aligns with current practice under IFAB. GK Delay Rule 12.3.1.1 If goalkeepers hold onto a live ball for more than eight (8) seconds, a corner kick will be awarded. Note: The official will visually and verbally count down the last five (5) seconds. Rationale: This will reduce the amount of time consumed by goalkeepers holding onto the ball. This aligns with IFAB in terms of the count and the penalties for violations.

@csims0917 My understanding is that the NCAA treats a No Contest (WVU game) for the most part as though it never happened / was never scheduled; it does not affect SOS, RPI, or any stats (unsure about any yellow or red cards).

I know goal scoring is the glamorous part of the game. I LOVE it, too! Jack Roman's chip over the Cuse GK and Remi's golazo game-winner were awesome. However, Brett Kaminski was MotM last night. 3 saves, including the PK. Zips could have easily been chasing this game if not for Brett.

Brett Kaminski with several great saves, including the PK!

New this season ... Each coach has 2 challenges. I don't understand why they don't state coach's challenge rather than simply video review on the broadcast. In the stadium, we can see the coaches signal for a challenge.

Correct...no lights. I attended with an unexpected, good contingent of Zips fans...30+ I'm guessing...including an impromptu pre-game get together at Kelly's Pub a block or so away thanks to Zips alum Pat Nash. A bit disappointed with the inability to maintain possession in the 2nd half, but they found the 2nd goal, and got the shutout W on the road.

What about when they've shifted to a back 5 ... a back 4 + 1? 😉 😁

That may have been part of the problem last night. You can't be playing Georgetown in your head while playing Butler in reality. One game at a time.

I also think RB Nolan McGuire had an excellent game, especially in the face of frustration with our attackers ineffectiveness and their just running around as another ZN.o member noted.

I think Matthew Paiva was once again our best and most consistent player. Stalwart defense, great tackles, often winning the ball and putting our offense in a position to be successful even when they didn’t make it happen. 90 minutes every game.

Wear your favorite jersey night …

Richie Laryea …

I was on the flight home yesterday with our team. Kudos to the Southwest crew ... when we landed in Cleveland, they gave a shout out ... Congratulations to Coach Jared and the Akron Zips Men's Soccer team on their win, remaining undefeated and currently ranked #14 . The passengers applauded. Well-deserved accolades and some free publicity.

I know it wasn’t pretty, but very proud of how this team fights through adversity. Great road win. Happy to be there with a sizable contingent of Zips fans. So much fun to celebrate this win with our team!!! Kudos to Coach Embick for pulling the right strings. Fantastic team effort, victory.

Beto Ydrach called up for CONCACAF Nations League duty with Puerto Rico 🇵🇷.

i also want to shout out to true Freshmen Leo Morana and Cole Perez who came into this high pressure game at crunch time and played as though they've been here before. 🥶🥶

Agreed the team is well balanced, and I love what every one of our players bring, however, I feel I must point out ... I know defense isn't the "glamor" side of the game, but watch all that Matthew Paiva does. Too bad his header goal at WVU was erased due the the No Contest.

Beautiful PK by Sully!!!