CONWAY, Ark. - The Central Arkansas Men's Soccer Team hosts Central Methodist in a non-conference matchup on Friday, March 5. The Bears meet the No. 1 team in NAIA, Central Methodist in a prime time matchup.

TEAM NEWS

The Bears come into the non-conference match with a healthy squad. Multiple Bears have been playing well in training and in previous matches, which shows good signs for a strong eleven to be played by Coach Ross Duncan.

FORM GUIDE

The Bears come off a 0-0 draw against Belmont and a 2-1 victory against Kansas City before that. In both matches, the Bears have held strong defensive play while still making chances often.

As for the Eagles, they are coming off a 12-0 Fall season, and a 4-1 victory over Creighton University in February. The Eagles average 22.8 shots per game and scored 45 goals in their 12 matches.

HEAD TO HEAD

The Bears and Eagles will meet for the first time ever on Friday.

PLAYERS TO WATCH

Multiple Bears have played well this Spring, including Zach Schawl and Bradyn Knutson. Schawl and Knutson both have played in top form over the previous three matches for the Bears, which led to a clean sheet against Belmont.

HEAR FROM THE COACH

"Playing a team like this is a unique and exciting challenge. This may be the best team we play all year. They ae back to back NAIA National Champions and bring a wealth of competitive experience. They will force us to put together our strongest performance to date," said Coach Ross Duncan ahead of the matchup.

Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. at the Bill Stephens Complex in Conway.