DES MOINES, IOWA – The Grand View Men's Soccer team secured a thrilling 4-2 victory over the #6 seed Central Methodist University in the Heart of America Conference Tournament Quarterfinals. The Vikings showcased resilience and offensive firepower to advance to the semifinals in an exciting home match

The game started with an early goal by Central Methodist's Robin Vandewalle in the 3rd minute, assisted by Antoine Hurel, giving the visitors an immediate lead. Grand View responded swiftly, with Payton Chapman converting a penalty kick in the 9th minute. The Vikings continued to press and added another insurance point just before halftime with another penalty by Chapman in the 44th minute.

In the second half, Central Methodist responded with an equalizing goal in the 63rd minute from Koen Schimmel, assisted by Hurel. However, Grand View responded once again, with Justin Figaroa netting the go-ahead in the 70th minute. The Vikings sealed the victory in the 89th minute when Wilmont Manneh scored, assisted by Felipe Augusto, to secure a 4-2 win and move on in the tournament.

Grand View's defense held strong, with goalkeeper Luis Helm making four saves. The team demonstrated offensive balance, creating 13 shots with eight on target, and capitalized on their chances when it mattered most.
This victory marks a significant achievement for the Vikings, who showed determination and teamwork to overcome a talented Central Methodist squad.

MATCH NOTES
- Payton Chapman scored two penalty kicks, both marking his first goals of the post season, providing crucial momentum.
- Justin Figaroa and Wilmont Manneh added vital goals, with Manneh's in the 89th sealing the win.
- The Vikings outshot Central Methodist 13-12, with eight shots on goal compared to the Eagles' six.
- Luis Helm's solid goalkeeping contributed to the team's success, with four saves.
- Four yellow cards were issued in the match- 3 to the Eagles and 1 to the Vikings

WHATS NEXT?
Grand View advances to the semifinals of the Heart of America Conference Tournament. The match will be against the #2 seed Mid-America Nazarene on Friday November 7^th, time TBD.