Virginia Tech defeats Kentucky 3-0 in men's soccer

The Virginia Tech Hokies defeated the Kentucky Wildcats 3-0 in a men's soccer match held at Thompson Field in Blacksburg, Virginia. The victory improves Virginia Tech's record to 2-1-0, while the loss brings Kentucky to 0-2-1.

Virginia Tech opened the scoring in the 12th minute when defender Noe Uwimana scored following an assist from Amir Ariely. After a scoreless first half, Parker Polk extended the Hokies' lead to 2-0 in the 74th minute. Yanis Belatrache secured the final goal with a penalty kick in the closing moments of the match.

Kentucky goalkeeper Gilles Monti, making his first career start, recorded two saves during the contest. The Wildcats will have a week of rest before their next match against Evansville on September 4.