Rodrigo Neri scores late as No. 4 Maryland soccer tops No. 9 High Point, 1-0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 2:13 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Rodrigo Neri scored the game-winning goal in the final minutes, leading No. 4 Maryland men's soccer to a 1-0 victory over No. 9 High Point on August 29. Neri's goal, his first of the season, came after a deep clearance by Franklin Affanyi. Laurin Mack secured the shutout for the Terps with four saves, including critical stops in the final minutes. Maryland, adjusting to multiple injuries, showcased a strong defensive performance, limiting High Point's scoring chances throughout the match. This victory emphasizes Maryland's ability to compete effectively against ranked opponents.
- •Rodrigo Neri scores the decisive goal late in the match.
- •Laurin Mack earns his first shutout of the season.
- •Maryland's defense stifles High Point's high-scoring offense.
- •The Terps adapt with a new starting lineup due to injuries.
- •Neri recorded six shots, providing significant offensive pressure.
- 2:13 AMYahoo Sports — Late-game heroics push No. 4 Maryland men’s soccer over No. 9 High Point, 1-0, in the final minutes
"Laurin Mack earned his first shutout of the season and Rodrigo Neri scored the game-winner, his first as a Terp.
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