ST. LEO, Fla. — Rollins claimed a crucial 1-0 victory over Saint Leo on Wednesday, extending its winning streak to two matches. Tolu Junaid's 85th-minute goal proved decisive in a tightly contested NCAA Division II matchup, lifting the visiting Tars to 8-3-4 overall while dropping the Lions to 3-7-4.
The match remained scoreless through 84 minutes of defensive intensity. Saint Leo controlled possession stretches but struggled to convert opportunities, while Rollins maintained discipline and capitalized on a late breakthrough. Junaid's finish in the 85th minute broke the deadlock and secured the road result for the regional powerhouse.
Rollins dominated the shot count with nine attempts compared to Saint Leo's 11, though the Tars proved more clinical in front of goal. The away side generated four shots on goal to Saint Leo's two, reflecting superior finishing despite the home team's territorial advantage. Rollins' goalkeeper made two saves while Saint Leo's keeper recorded three stops in a defensive struggle.
Corner kicks favored Rollins 8-5, providing additional opportunities from set pieces throughout the contest. Saint Leo received one yellow card—issued to Juan Jimenez in the 66th minute for unsporting conduct—while Rollins avoided disciplinary action. Both teams made multiple substitutions, with Saint Leo introducing four fresh players at halftime and Rollins rotating three.
The Lions pressed aggressively in the second half, particularly after the 67th-minute mark when Rollins withdrew Justin Nelson and Ivar Bjorgvinsson. Saint Leo's adjustments generated chances