Season opener on the road
The UAB men’s soccer team will travel to Macon, Georgia, for its first away match of the season, facing the Mercer Bears on August 31 at 6 p.m. Central Time.
Just days earlier the Blazers fell 0‑1 to Georgia State, creating ten chances but failing to find the net, leaving them at 0‑1‑1 as they prepare for the new contest.
A historical advantage
UAB carries a strong pedigree against Mercer, boasting an all‑time record of eight wins, three losses and one draw, and has captured five of the last seven meetings since 2011.
The most recent encounter in 2022 ended in a 2‑1 defeat, with Mercer’s winning goal arriving in the 82nd minute, yet the Blazers still hold a favorable overall head‑to‑head edge.
Looking ahead
The schedule includes two road fixtures in August and September, giving the team a chance to build momentum before conference play begins.
Coach and players alike emphasize the need to convert the numerous chances they generate, hoping that the early road tests will sharpen their finishing before the season’s critical stretch.