Clemson and Wake Forest, two of college soccer's elite programs, are set to clash for the ACC men's soccer championship on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, N.C. While Wake Forest has dominated the regular season in recent years, boasting the most wins since 2015, Clemson has claimed more major titles, including two ACC championships and two national championships since 2020. Clemson won their regular-season matchup 1-0, but Wake looks to avenge their previous loss in the ACC tournament final from 2016.

By the Numbers
  • Wake Forest has the most wins in college soccer since 2015.
  • Clemson has claimed two ACC titles and two national championships since 2020.
State of Play
  • Wake Forest entered the final as a five-seed after a lackluster regular season.
  • Clemson, the two-seed, aims for their second consecutive tournament title, competing in their third straight conference championship.
What's Next

The winner of this match will take home the ACC title and solidify their status among the nation’s top college soccer programs as they head into the postseason.

Bottom Line

Expect a fierce rivalry match with history at stake; Clemson aims to leverage their postseason success against Wake Forest's recent dominance. This game will not only determine the ACC champion but also set the tone for NCAA tournament prospects.