James Madison beats Coastal Carolina 2-1 with two second-half goals

James Madison beat Coastal Carolina 2-1 on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at CCU Soccer Stadium in Conway, rallying from a one-goal halftime deficit.

First half

The Chanticleers took a 1-0 lead into the break. Coastal Carolina scored once in the first period, while James Madison was held scoreless over the first 45 minutes.

Second half

The Dukes turned the game around after halftime, scoring twice in the second period while Coastal Carolina did not add to its total. That gave James Madison the 2-1 win on the road.

The game, which started at 6:00 p.m. ET, was broadcast on ESPN+.