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Indiana Men’s Soccer Extends Unbeaten Streak with 1-0 Win Over Butler

Nick McHenry’s decisive goal and a dominant defensive effort highlight the Hoosiers’ third straight victory

Indiana University’s men’s soccer team recorded its third consecutive victory on August 27, 2026, edging Butler 1‑0 in front of a crowd of 3,080 in Bloomington.

Key Moments

The decisive moment arrived in the 62nd minute when Nick McHenry met a corner delivery with a precise strike, marking his first goal of the season and his inaugural tally as a Hoosier.

Indiana’s attacking intent was evident throughout, as the squad generated a season‑high 33 shots on target, forcing Butler goalkeeper Brooks Boersema into a career‑best 14 saves.

The shutout extended the Hoosiers’ unbeaten run to three matches and kept their perfect record against in‑state opponents intact, setting the stage for a much‑anticipated showdown with Louisville on August 31, a game that will pit two unbeaten sides against each other.

Oliver Moller‑Jensen, already honored as the National Player of the Week, contributed heavily with 11 attempts, tying for second‑most in program history, while newcomers Stephane Njike and Collins Oduro made their first appearances for Indiana, adding fresh energy to the lineup.

Beyond the statistics, the match underscored a defensive consistency that has yet to concede from open play, a streak that began with an 83rd‑minute penalty in the season opener. Boersema’s 13 saves also placed him fourth on Butler’s all‑time single‑match list, highlighting the caliber of performance witnessed on the night.

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