Johnson Royals Claim Victory in Showdown Against Spartanburg Methodist
Johnson
2-5-0, 1-3-0
2
Spartanburg Methodist
1-6-1, 1-4-1
1
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
1 | 1 | 2 |
|
|
0 | 1 | 1 |
Team Stats
Scoring Summary
1st
- 20:35 -
Robert Platt
(Johnson)
2nd
- 63:14 -
Davide Sfondrini
(Johnson)
2nd
- 87:17 -
Michael Torres
(Spartanburg Methodist)
Game Leaders
Spartanburg Methodist
G:
Michael Torres
- 1
A:
Tomas Vega
- 1
Sh:
Max Charleston
- 3
Sv:
Francesco Molinar
- 8
Team Stats
| Game Statistics | Johnson | Spartanburg Methodist |
|---|---|---|
| Shots (on goal) | 17 (10) | 15 (6) |
| Saves | 5 | 8 |
| Fouls | 12 | 12 |
| Corner Kicks | 4 | 3 |
| Offsides | 4 | 1 |
September 24, 2025
In a pivotal regular season soccer game, the Royals faced off against Spartanburg Methodist at Nash Soccer Field, Spartanburg, S.C. The match ended in a 2-1 victory for Johnson University, marking a significant win in their season.
The game kicked off with a strong start for the Royals, maintaining control and coordination across the field. The first half saw Robert Platt driving the ball into the net at the 20:35 mark, giving Johnson a 1-0 lead. Despite several attempts from both teams to alter the score line, the first half concluded with the Royals maintaining their one-goal advantage.
As the second half unfolded, thye continued to show their control on the field. Davide Sfondrini broadened the lead with a goal at the 63:14 mark, thanks to impressive assists from Ru Reh and Joaquin Saaverdra. Spartanburg Methodist managed to pull one back later in the half, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Royals' lead. The match concluded with Johnson leading 2-1.
The Royals' goalkeeper, Jose Cogollo, was crucial in securing the win, making several pivotal saves throughout the match. This victory not only reflects the team's tenacity and skill but also adds a valuable win to their current record of 2-5-0 overall and 1-3-0 in the conference play.
Head Coach, Isaac Morris, was proud of his team's performance and highlighted the collective effort and resilience shown by his players. Looking ahead, the Royals' next game is scheduled for September 27, 2025, against Bluefield (VA), providing them an opportunity to continue their winning momentum.
The game kicked off with a strong start for the Royals, maintaining control and coordination across the field. The first half saw Robert Platt driving the ball into the net at the 20:35 mark, giving Johnson a 1-0 lead. Despite several attempts from both teams to alter the score line, the first half concluded with the Royals maintaining their one-goal advantage.
As the second half unfolded, thye continued to show their control on the field. Davide Sfondrini broadened the lead with a goal at the 63:14 mark, thanks to impressive assists from Ru Reh and Joaquin Saaverdra. Spartanburg Methodist managed to pull one back later in the half, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Royals' lead. The match concluded with Johnson leading 2-1.
The Royals' goalkeeper, Jose Cogollo, was crucial in securing the win, making several pivotal saves throughout the match. This victory not only reflects the team's tenacity and skill but also adds a valuable win to their current record of 2-5-0 overall and 1-3-0 in the conference play.
Head Coach, Isaac Morris, was proud of his team's performance and highlighted the collective effort and resilience shown by his players. Looking ahead, the Royals' next game is scheduled for September 27, 2025, against Bluefield (VA), providing them an opportunity to continue their winning momentum.