Wake Forest vs. Boston College Men's Soccer
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By: Dylan Shackelford
Wake Forest men’s soccer scored twice in a three-minute span early in the second half to earn a 2-1 road victory over Boston College on Friday night at Newton Campus Field.
Got it done on the road 💪 pic.twitter.com/erleO27UiF
— Wake Forest Men's Soccer (@WakeMSoccer) October 10, 2026
Sophomore Alfred Debah and redshirt sophomore Pariss Mitchell found the back of the net to help the Demon Deacons improve to 8-3-1 overall and 4-2-0 in ACC play.
What an effort, Nolan!! https://t.co/xneGHcSHpA pic.twitter.com/JGCpoxfp6p
— Wake Forest Men's Soccer (@WakeMSoccer) October 10, 2026
After a scoreless first half, the Deacs broke through in the 55th minute when Mitchell played a perfectly weighted long ball to Debah, who received it on the left wing before driving into the box and firing past the goalkeeper. The goal was Debah’s second of the season and third of his career. Both of his goals this season have come in road ACC contests, previously scoring at Virginia Tech.
Provider turned scorer 😤 pic.twitter.com/60FEOIvq7o
— Wake Forest Men's Soccer (@WakeMSoccer) October 10, 2026
Just over three minutes later, Wake Forest doubled its advantage as Nolan Tinsley applied pressure to a Boston College defender, won possession and immediately played the ball across to Mitchell in front of goal for the finish.
What a ball, Pariss! https://t.co/xnA3Rg6LdP pic.twitter.com/Celo6kAxe3
— Wake Forest Men's Soccer (@WakeMSoccer) October 10, 2026
It was Mitchell’s second goal of the season and third assist as he recorded his second game with multiple goal contributions in ACC play this season, having already done so last month against Duke at home. Meanwhile, Tinsley logged his second career assist.
FREDO FIRES US IN FRONT!! pic.twitter.com/x9qPiyTR7E
— Wake Forest Men's Soccer (@WakeMSoccer) October 10, 2026
Boston College pulled a goal back in the 88th minute when Bryan Toro converted a chance assisted by Jack Burkhardt. However, Wake Forest held on through the final minutes to secure its fourth consecutive victory in the series over the Eagles.
Deadlocked at the break 🔒 pic.twitter.com/DPkEtAAV6i
— Wake Forest Men's Soccer (@WakeMSoccer) October 9, 2026
Five Wake Forest players went the full 90 minutes, as defenders Daniel Krueger, Travis Smith, Jr. and Mason Sullivan joined midfielders David Ndong Nguema and Jose Perez in going the distance. They all played a major role in limiting the hosts to just two shots on goal throughout the match.
26' | Will, Pariss and Henry enter the match as we push for the opener 💪
— Wake Forest Men's Soccer (@WakeMSoccer) October 9, 2026
ACC STANDINGS UPDATE
Wake Forest moved to 12 points in ACC play, sitting second in the conference standings with a 4-2-0 league record.
# Team GP GD PTS
1. SMU 4 +8 12
2. Wake Forest 6 +5 12
3. Pitt 5 +3 10
4. Virginia Tech 6 -2 10
5. Clemson 4 +5 9
ACC REGULAR-SEASON WINS SINCE 2015
With Friday’s win, the Demon Deacons have recorded 62 ACC regular-season victories, nine more than second-place Clemson and 14 more than North Carolina. The total further underscores the program’s sustained success in one of the nation’s most competitive conferences.
Rank Team ACC Wins Since 2015
1 Wake Forest 62
2 Clemson 53
3 North Carolina 48
4 Virginia 46
5 Duke 41
NOTES
Mitchell finished with a goal and an assist, marking his second ACC match this season in which he has recorded both, also accomplishing the feat against Duke.
With the performance, Mitchell’s career totals stand at three goals and five assists for 11 points.
Debah’s second goal of the season was also the third of his collegiate career.
Both of his goals this season have come on the road in ACC play, against Virginia Tech and Boston College.
Tinsley’s assist on Mitchell’s goal was the second of his young career.
Five Wake Forest outfield players went the full 90 minutes: defenders Daniel Krueger, Mason Sullivan and Travis Smith Jr., along with midfielders David Ndong Nguema and Jose Perez.
Their efforts helped limit Boston College to just two shots on target. Barnett finished with one save as the Deacs secured the road victory.
Wake Forest improved to 14-7-2 all-time against Boston College with the win, extending its winning streak against the Eagles to four consecutive matches.
The Demon Deacons have now won 11 of the last 13 meetings dating back to 2013.
FROM COACH MUUSS
“I’m super proud of the guys for the way they played and adjusted to changes in the second half. Boston College is one of the hardest places to play on the road, and we are coming home with three points. I loved the mentality after the match knowing we could have managed the end better, but that was a great road win and performance. We are going to temporarily enjoy this one and turn the page to play at home against a great UNC Asheville team that is leading the country in goals.”
NEXT UP
Wake Forest returns to Spry Stadium on Tuesday, Oct. 13, to host UNC Asheville. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.
Credit: godeacs.com
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