UNC Men's Soccer Eyes Memphis | College Basketball News

College Basketball News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 23, 2026 · 1m

UNC men’s soccer heads to Memphis for a crucial early-season showdown, aiming to build on their strong opener—a gritty 1-1 draw against No. 5 Georgetown, where newcomer Joschi Schelb scored and goalie Alan Rutkowski made five saves. Memphis, winners over Belmont 2-0, fell to Carolina 3-0 last year, making this a prime chance for the Tar Heels to extend their momentum. With preseason recognition from top soccer outlets, a highly-ranked transfer class, and six players on Hermann Trophy watch lists—including All-ACC selection Luca Nikolai—UNC is loaded with talent and poised for a breakout…