BOCA RATON, Fla. — Tulsa and Florida Atlantic played to a 0-0 draw on Sunday, with the Owls dominating possession but unable to break through against a resilient Golden Hurricane defense. The stalemate extended Florida Atlantic's unbeaten streak to two matches while giving Tulsa its second consecutive draw. The match drew an undisclosed attendance at the home venue.
Florida Atlantic controlled the tempo throughout, outshooting Tulsa 19-7 overall and 7-3 on target. The Owls generated consistent offensive pressure but found goalkeeper Danny Stevens and the Tulsa backline standing firm. Tulsa's defense, anchored by Luke Adams and Jared Aguilar, limited Florida Atlantic's scoring opportunities despite the significant shot disparity. Neither team capitalized on set pieces, with Florida Atlantic earning three corner kicks and Tulsa four.
The first half remained scoreless as both teams struggled to convert chances into goals. Florida Atlantic's attacking unit, led by Dani Gamboa and Joao Neves, pressed forward repeatedly but encountered stout resistance. Tulsa's counter-attacking approach created limited but dangerous opportunities, keeping the match competitive despite Florida Atlantic's territorial advantage. Yellow cards were issued to both sides as the intensity remained high throughout the opening 45 minutes.
The second half followed a similar pattern, with Florida Atlantic maintaining offensive control. Stevens made seven saves to preserve the shutout for Tulsa, while Florida Atlantic goalkeeper Gijs Hovius recorded three saves. Neither team adjusted tactics significantly, resulting in a defensive stalemate that frustrated both coaching staffs. The final whistle came with neither side able to find the breakthrough.
Florida Atlantic's 10-3-2 record and unbeaten form contrasts sharply with Tulsa's 4-8-4 mark, yet the Golden Hurricane's defensive discipline prevented the Owls from capitalizing on their possession advantage. Stevens' seven saves proved instrumental in keeping Tulsa competitive against a superior opponent. The result leaves Florida Atlantic seeking offensive solutions heading into their next conference matchup, while Tulsa continues searching for a victory after extending their winless streak to three matches.