Hoosiers Eye Perfect Start Against Bulldogs
Indiana's men's soccer team, currently ranked No. 14 in the nation, is riding an unbeaten start to the season and is set to welcome Butler University to Bill Armstrong Stadium on Thursday night, with kickoff scheduled for 8 p.m.
The Hoosiers boast a historic edge over the Bulldogs, having faced them 36 times since 1991 and posting a .792 winning percentage, including 26 victories. Their recent form shows a potent attack that has generated 32 shots while allowing only 19, a balance that has helped them secure narrow wins over Notre Dame and Evansville earlier in the week.
Coach Todd Yeagley, who has guided the squad through a demanding schedule, will rely on a blend of experience and fresh talent. Senior forward Oliver Moller-Jensen and junior midfielder Easton Bogard have already combined for five goals in the opening week, with Bogard’s unexpected contribution drawing praise after a modest three‑goal season a year ago. Goalkeeper Michal Mroz has also been a steady presence, saving five of six shots on target.
The absence of injured forwards Collins Oduro and Stephane Njike has forced the team to lean on younger options, but the depth has not dimmed their ambition. A third consecutive win would mark the best stretch for Indiana since 2019, underscoring the significance of the upcoming matchup.
Butler, on the other hand, arrives with a 5‑10‑2 record and has yet to find the back of the net this season, having been shut out seven times in 2025. Redshirt sophomore Brendan Cunningham leads the Bulldogs’ attacking efforts, firing seven shots in two appearances, while redshirt junior goalkeeper Brooks Boersma has managed only a single save from three attempts. The Bulldogs’ defensive frailties have been exposed, conceding just three shots on goal across their first two games.
Despite being the only ranked opponent on Butler’s schedule, the match offers the Bulldogs a rare chance to break a five‑game losing streak and inject confidence into a campaign that has otherwise been marred by inconsistency. For Indiana, a victory would not only preserve their perfect record but also reinforce their status as a formidable force in the Midwest.