The Pitt men’s soccer team is still stuck in an offensive drought, grinding out a scoreless draw with Denver at Ambrose Urbanic Field. They controlled the ball, kept pushing forward, and carved out a handful of decent chances, but just couldn’t put one away—so the goalless streak drags on, now almost four full matches.
Pitt’s record falls to 4-6-3, and they’re still searching for that elusive ACC win at 0-4-1. Not exactly what you’d call a hot streak.
Pitt’s Struggle to Score
Going into the Denver game, the Panthers desperately needed to break their dry spell. They haven’t scored since that early goal against NC State back on September 26.
It didn’t get better this time. For the first time since October 2018, Pitt didn’t even register a shot on goal. The box score tells the story: plenty of possession, but nothing to show for it in the end.
Match Highlights
First half? Pitt set the rhythm, kept the ball, and tried to pry open Denver’s defense. Both sides were pretty tight at the back, though, with just four shots total before halftime.
After the break, Pitt amped up the pressure and kept Denver pinned back for stretches. Still, nothing found the net.
- Albert Thorsen and Lasse Dahl were at the heart of Pitt’s attacking moves, always looking for a breakthrough.
- Grayson Carter chipped a ball to Thorsen in the 81st minute, but the header drifted wide. So close, but not quite.
- Jack Moxom, Pitt’s junior keeper, came up big with two saves, notching his third shutout this season.
Player Performances
No goals, but a few individuals did stand out. Junior forward Albert Thorsen and sophomore Lasse Dahl both put in strong shifts.
Dahl, especially, was lively down the left. He kept testing Denver’s fullbacks and whipped in some dangerous crosses.
Albert Thorsen
Thorsen was always lurking, making smart runs and finding dangerous spots. His best look came late—a header off Carter’s ball that missed by inches. Sometimes you just need a bit more luck.
Lasse Dahl
Dahl’s work on the wing was a real bright spot. He beat defenders, delivered quality balls into the box, and just generally kept Denver on their toes. You could see how badly he wanted to help break the slump.
Defensive Resilience
Defensively, Pitt showed grit and good organization. Junior keeper Jack Moxom made a couple of key stops to keep things level.
That’s three shutouts for him this season, which says a lot. The back line as a whole deserves a nod—they’ve held firm even while the goals have dried up up front.
Historical Context
The draw with Denver keeps Pitt unbeaten all-time against them, now at 3-0-2. That’s a little something to hang their hats on, at least.
Long-standing Rivalry
Games with Denver are always a battle. This one was no different, and Pitt’s ability to keep that unbeaten run alive says something about their fight—even when things aren’t clicking.
Looking Ahead
Pitt’s homestand rolls on, with Syracuse coming up October 18 and Wake Forest on October 24. There’s a real chance here to regroup, maybe finally get the attack firing, and turn all that possession into actual goals.
Opportunities for Improvement
If they’re going to snap the drought, it’s all about finishing. The chances have been there, but the final product hasn’t.
Expect the coaches to hammer home shooting drills and composure in front of goal at practice. Something’s gotta give, right?
Key Matches Ahead
Syracuse and Wake Forest won’t be easy. But if Pitt can get a result or two, it could shift the whole mood and maybe even their spot in the ACC standings.
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Conclusion
The Pitt men’s soccer team is in a tough spot right now. They’re still searching for a way to break out of their goalless streak and climb up in the ACC standings.
Even with the offense struggling, there have been flashes—some individual players are giving it their all, and the defense has held up better than you might expect.
Looking ahead, the next games against Syracuse and Wake Forest feel pretty important. Will they find their rhythm, or keep spinning their wheels?
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