2026 SEC Soccer Schedule Unveiled
ESPN and the Southeastern Conference (SEC) have jointly published the 2026 SEC soccer television schedule, outlining network designations and broadcast times for each conference matchup. The release also confirms where Tennessee Volunteers’ games will be shown, highlighting a mix of ESPNU, SEC Network and streaming platforms.
Tennessee’s season opens with a home contest against Mississippi State on September 24 at 7:00 p.m. ET, a game that will air on ESPNU. The Volunteers will also host Vanderbilt in an in‑state rivalry on September 27 at noon ET, again on ESPNU at Regal Soccer Stadium.
A nationally televised showdown against Auburn is slated for October 1 at 8:00 p.m. ET on the SEC Network, giving the matchup broader exposure beyond the conference’s cable outlets.
All remaining games, both conference and non‑conference, will be streamed on SEC Network+ and the ESPN app, ensuring fans can follow the team throughout the schedule.
The Lady Vols enter the campaign ranked 24th in the United Soccer Coaches Preseason Poll and tied for fourth in the SEC Preseason Coaches Poll, underscoring expectations for a competitive season.
Tennessee’s first match of the year will be against Rutgers on August 13 at 7:00 p.m. EST at Regal Soccer Stadium, kicking off a slate that blends early‑season road tests with several high‑profile home games.