Second-seeded Clemson fought back from a two-goal deficit in the second half to force overtime, but ultimate fell 3-2 to seventh-seeded North Carolina in the ACC Quarterfinals on Sunday afternoon at Historic Riggs Field.
North Carolina took a 2-0 halftime lead through goals in the 20th and 29th minutes. Clemson responded with an aggressive attack in the second half. Martin Bakken brought the Tigers within one in the 52nd minute on an assist from Remi Okunlola, and junior Ransford Gyan leveled the match at 2-2 with a header in the 70th minute for his team-leading 14th goal of the season.
After a scoreless first 10-minute overtime period, North Carolina was awarded a penalty kick following a reviewed foul six minutes into the second overtime. The Tar Heels converted the kick to secure the 3-2 victory. Clemson outshot UNC 17-10 on the day.
Up Next: The Tigers (13-3-2) await their seeding selection for the NCAA Tournament on Monday, Nov. 16.
