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The Brown men’s soccer team kicked off their season with two wins, defeating Holy Cross 2-1 and narrowly beating Fairfield 1-0. Key performances from Mads Stistrup Petersen and goalkeeper Henrik Weiper highlighted the team’s strong start. As they prepare for their next match against Boston University, the Bears aim to build on their early success and maintain their winning streak.
Providence, RI – The Brown men’s soccer team launched their 2025 season with two impressive victories, first defeating Holy Cross 2-1 and then following up with a narrow 1-0 win over Fairfield. These consecutive wins bring their record to 2-0-0 as they head into their next match against Boston University on September 5.
In the season opener against Holy Cross, Brown showcased a promising start when Mads Stistrup Petersen netted the opening goal just four minutes into the match. The early lead was interrupted shortly after when Holy Cross equalized, putting the game back on even footing. However, the decisive moment came in the 87th minute when Jamin Gogo Peters scored the winning goal, ensuring Brown’s first victory of the season. Despite being outshot in the second half, goalkeeper Henrik Weiper’s performance was crucial, as he made key saves to maintain the lead.
Following their triumph over Holy Cross, the Bears turned their focus to Fairfield on September 1, aiming to carry their momentum into a second match. Brown dominated the first half, outshooting Fairfield 7-0, which set the tone for the game. The only goal came in the 58th minute, scored again by Mads Stistrup Petersen with an assist from Lorenzo Amaral. Fairfield attempted to forge a comeback in the final minutes but was thwarted by Brown’s solid defense and a critical save by Weiper against a shot from Cole Dougherty.
After the match against Fairfield, Brown head coach and team members expressed pride in their performance, attributing their success to strong mental resilience and the effectiveness of their defensive strategy. The Bears managed to limit Fairfield’s scoring opportunities, which ultimately contributed to preserving their lead and securing the clean sheet victory.
As they prepare to face Boston University, where the match is set for a 7 p.m. kickoff at Nickerson Field and will be broadcast live on ESPN+, Brown’s players and coaching staff will likely carry the confidence borne from their recent victories. The team aims to continue building on their strong start as they look to establish themselves in the early season standings.
With two wins under their belt and a growing momentum, the Brown men’s soccer team is set to face new challenges ahead while striving to maintain their winning streak.
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