WASHINGTON, D.C. — #7 Georgetown extended its winning streak to three matches with a 2-0 victory over UCF on Sunday, advancing deeper into the NCAA Division I Championship. Playing in front of 1,107 fans at a neutral site, the Hoyas controlled the second half and found the back of the net twice to eliminate the visiting Knights from Florida.
Mitchell Baker proved to be the difference-maker for Georgetown, scoring both goals to secure the win. Baker's first came in the 68th minute, assisted by Aidan Godinho and Mateo Ponce Ocampo, breaking through a stalemate that had persisted through 67 minutes of play. The forward added his second just over 11 minutes later in the 80th minute, this time with help from Max Viera, putting the match beyond reach.
The first half remained scoreless despite both teams creating opportunities. Georgetown's attack generated early pressure, with shots from Zach Zengue and Eric Howard blocked in the 13th minute. UCF responded with attempts from Joey Mueller and Drew Hansen, but neither side could find the breakthrough. The half featured end-to-end action, with Georgetown earning seven corner kicks to UCF's five, though neither team converted their set-piece chances into goals.
Georgetown made significant adjustments at halftime, replacing four players to reshape their attacking approach. The tactical shift paid immediate dividends as the Hoyas dominated possession in the second half. UCF pressed forward with multiple corner opportunities and shots from Claudel N'goubou, Lilian Ricol, and Malick Thiaw, but Georgetown's defense held firm. The home side's goalkeeper made four saves to preserve the clean sheet, while UCF's keeper recorded two stops in a losing effort.
UCF had their chances to equalize throughout the second half. Frederic Benedix fired wide in the 57th minute, and Clarence Awoudor's shot was blocked in the 67th minute. The Knights generated 10 total shot attempts compared to Georgetown's 11, but conversion proved elusive. Georgetown's clinical finishing in the final 20 minutes ultimately decided the contest.
The victory showcases Georgetown's attacking depth and ability to execute under tournament pressure. Coming off back-to-back wins in the Big East Championship, the Hoyas demonstrated their championship pedigree by controlling a neutral-site matchup against a UCF team that had won their previous NCAA tournament game. Baker's two-goal performance highlighted Georgetown's offensive capabilities when it matters most.
For UCF, the loss ends their tournament run despite entering the match on the strength of consecutive victories. The Knights' inability to capitalize on their opportunities—particularly their five corner kicks—proved costly against a Georgetown side that punished their mistakes. The defensive intensity Georgetown brought in the second half ultimately overwhelmed UCF's attacking efforts.
Georgetown's balanced performance—controlling possession, limiting UCF's clear-cut chances, and converting when opportunities arose—demonstrates why the Hoyas remain among the nation's elite programs. The victory advances Georgetown deeper into the NCAA Championship bracket and continues their impressive late-season form.