Mississippi State
3-0-0, 0-0-0
Charlotte
0-3-0, 0-0-0
No. 20 State Soccer Secures 2-0 Road Victory at Charlotte
August 22, 2024 | Soccer
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Mississippi State soccer secured a commanding 2-0 win over Charlotte at Transamerica Field, improving to 3-0-0 on the season. The Dawgs well-rounded performance was highlighted by goals from Kennedy Husbands and Maggie Wadsworth, as well as a stellar defensive effort that limited the 49ers (0-3-0) to just three shots.
With the road win, the Bulldogs improve to 3-0-0 for the first time since 2018 and, for the first time since 1996, have not allowed a goal in their opening three matches.
First Half Recap:
The match began with State asserting their dominance in possession, generating several early scoring opportunities. Ally Perry had the first shot on goal in the 9th minute, which was saved by Charlotte goalkeeper Emma Wakeman. The Bulldogs continued to press, with Rylie Combs striking the woodwork in the 16th minute.
After sustained pressure, Mississippi State broke through in the 31st minute. Ilana Izquierdo delivered precise service to Kennedy Husbands, who finished calmly to put the Bulldogs ahead 1-0 for the first goal of her collegiate career.
Charlotte struggled to create chances, managing only one shot in the first half, which was off target. State headed into the break with a 1-nil lead for the third consecutive match.
Second Half Recap:
The Bulldogs came out of the break with the same intensity, controlling the tempo and continuing to create scoring opportunities. Wadsworth nearly scored in the 57th minute, and just a minute later, found the back of the net to make it 2-0, capitalizing on an offensive lapse by the 49ers.
Mississippi State's defense remained resolute, allowing only one shot on goal, which was comfortably saved by Maddy Anderson in the 80th minute. The Bulldogs continued to push forward, with Ally Perry and Macey Hodge both coming close to extending the lead.
Mississippi State's tactical discipline and solid defending ensured they closed out the match without conceding, securing their third consecutive clean sheet.
Key Moments:
- 31st Minute: Kennedy Husbands scores her first goal of the season, assisted by Ilana Izquierdo.
- 59th Minute: Maggie Wadsworth doubles the lead with her first goal of the season.
Up Next: Mississippi State will continue their North Carolina road trip with a match against Wake Forest on Sunday, August 25, at 1 PM CT.
Match Statistics:
- Shots: MSU 23 (6 SOG), CLT 3 (1 SOG)
- Saves: MSU 1, CLT 4
- Corner Kicks: MSU 5, CLT 3
- Fouls: MSU 17, CLT 13
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Team Stats
Kennedy Husbands (1)
Assisted By: Ilana Izquierdo
GOAL by MSU Husbands, Kennedy Assist by Izquierdo, Ilana.
30:44
Maggie Wadsworth (1)
GOAL by MSU Wadsworth, Maggie.
58:34
