The William Carey University men’s soccer team defeated Dalton State College 1-0 Sunday afternoon in Dalton, Georgia, ending a two-game losing streak.
William Carey controlled much of the first half but entered halftime scoreless. The Crusaders recorded two shots on target, while their defense held Dalton State without a shot on frame.
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Souleymane Balde scored the only goal in the 71st minute. Enzo Galli and Horace Danitanga assisted on the play.
William Carey’s back line and goalkeeper Yago Darub preserved the lead through the final whistle to secure the clean sheet and the road victory.
William Carey is scheduled to return Thursday, Oct. 1, traveling to Conway, Arkansas, to play Central Baptist. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.
Jon Ross Myers founded Mississippi News Group in 2013. Before founding the organization, he worked at The Daily Mississippian, The Marion Salute and The Southern Sentinel. A Mississippi journalist and writer based in Ripley, he received second place in poetry in the 2025 William Faulkner Literary Competition for "The Garden."
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