CLEVELAND, Ga. – The Truett McConnell University Bears (10-2-2 overall, 9-1-0 AAC) prepare to host their final home match of the 2026 regular season against the Johnson University Royals (8-6-2 overall, 3-5-2 AAC) at the TMU Soccer Complex on Wednesday. 
 
Men's soccer has had a history of success against the Royals through five meetings. The Bears hold a 4-0-1 record over the Royals all-time, with a perfect 2-0 résumé at home. Their last meeting in October 2025 resulted in a 0-0 draw. 
 
Johnson University is unbeaten in their last three matches after wins over Bryan and Columbia International and a draw with Columbia. Vitor Robazza leads the Royals' offense in goals (five), assists (two), shots (33), and shots on goal (20). Felipe Evans has also contributed in the clutch with two game winning goals on the year. Keeper Jose Cogollo boasts a .754 save percentage with 46 saves through 11 starts.
 
Truett McConnell heads into its regular season home closer with newfound momentum after a 5-0 win over Bluefield University. The Bears still sit atop the Appalachian Athletic Conference in goals scored this season with 48, a mark good enough for 17^th in the NAIA as well. TMU also ranks in the top 20 in the NAIA in goals against (13) averaging just under one goal conceded per game (0.93).
 
With two conference matches left on the schedule, Truett McConnell is still in control of its own destiny in the AAC regular season standings as the Bears hope to hold onto the top spot in the conference.
 
Match start is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday in Cleveland, Ga.