The No. 18 UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's soccer team is set to compete against No. 12 Furman in the Southern Conference (SoCon) Tournament Final on Sunday. This match marks UNCG's 12th appearance in the SoCon Final, where they aim to secure their sixth championship. The game will take place at Stone Stadium in Greenville, South Carolina, at 2:00 p.m. UNCG previously lost to Furman 2-0 in their last matchup this season.

By the Numbers
  • UNCG has a record of 12-3-4, while Furman is at 13-1-4.
  • The Spartans lead the all-time series against Furman 24-21-5.
  • This is UNCG's first SoCon Championship appearance since 2022.
State of Play
  • UNCG recently defeated Mercer 3-0 in the semifinals.
  • Furman has the most All-SoCon award winners this season with 13 honorees.
  • Furman ranks 21st in RPI and is currently tied for eighth nationally in goal differential.
What's Next

Following the SoCon Championship, the NCAA selection committee will announce the tournament bracket on Monday, November 17. The outcome will influence both teams' potential postseason paths.

Bottom Line

The matchup between UNCG and Furman promises to be a competitive affair, where the Spartans look to break a 1998 championship win drought against the Paladins. An impactful performance may bolster their chances for NCAA tournament inclusion and secure their legacy in SoCon history.