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The Zips' opening road game ended 2‑0 against Duquesne, where a seven‑save shutout by Ali Hughes eclipsed Akron's 16 shots and Sara Bower's steady presence between the posts.
The Ospreys traveled to Boca Raton on Thursday, where a 2‑0 loss to Florida Atlantic highlighted both promising moments and missed opportunities, setting the stage for a upcoming clash with South Florida.
The Nittany Lions, ranked 23rd, rolled past Bucknell 5-0 in their season debut at Jeffrey Field, with a decisive second-half surge that highlighted the milestone achievement of Coach Erica Dambach.
Wheeling University’s men’s soccer squad fell 2-1 to California University of Pennsylvania in their 2026 opener, with Luis Yanes scoring early before Jaime Marcelo Espinosa struck in the 90th minute.
A 4-0 victory at Johnson Stadium lifts App State to 3-0 on the road, showcasing offensive firepower and a shutout streak that stretches into its third consecutive game.
The Seahawks battled Virginia Commonwealth to a 1-1 draw, preserving a perfect start to the season and setting up a pivotal matchup on Wednesday.
The Bison fell 1‑0 to Delta State in their 2026 season opener, highlighted by a late tap‑in, a debut for head coach Thom Jacquet, and a clean but hard‑fought contest that sets the stage for a September showdown with Dallas Baptist.
Monmouth University’s women’s soccer squad secured a 3-0 victory over Army West Point, highlighted by Ashley Lavrich’s two goals, Maddie DeMaio’s first collegiate strike and Tallulah Miller’s clean-sheet performance.
The Knights opened scoring early, weathered a brief tie, and pulled away in the second half to claim a 3-1 win at the UCF Soccer Complex, outshot their opponents decisively and prepare for an upcoming home match against Auburn.
Lenoir‑Rhyne’s men’s soccer team opened its season with a dramatic 6‑5 loss to No. 2 Rollins, a result that set a new program high for combined goals in a season opener. The Bears led 3‑2 at halftime before Rollins surged ahead 5‑3, only to see the visitors rally back to level the match at 5‑5 in the second half. A flurry of strikes followed, with Xairo Villalon and Hector Taboada each finding the net to force a 5‑5 deadlock. In the 76th minute, Sebastian Alvarez struck the decisive blow, securing the win for Rollins and capping a night of relentless attacking. Oskar Dahlberg’s first career brace added a personal highlight to the Bears’ effort, while Angelo Paparoupas opened the scoring in the 17th minute. The match also marked the first-ever meeting between the two schools, underscoring the significance of the encounter for both programs. Looking ahead, Lenoir‑Rhyne will travel to face No. 22 Florida Tech in its next contest, hoping to translate the lessons from this high‑scoring affair into a positive result on the road.
The Southern Oregon Raiders aim to translate a record‑breaking 2025 season into a Top‑25 breakthrough, despite key injuries and a demanding non‑conference schedule.
Purdue's early penalty precision and relentless attack overwhelmed Ball State, securing a 5-0 win at Folk Field. The Cardinals prepare to host Cincinnati on Sunday.
A late goal by Wofford sealed a 1‑0 defeat for Gardner‑Webb, ending their campaign with a 2‑2 record.
Binghamton's women's soccer team secured a 0‑0 draw against Siena, preserving a 17‑game unbeaten streak and a fourth consecutive shutout to start the season.
The Creighton University women's soccer team began its campaign with a 1‑0 win over Kansas City, highlighted by Duray's 18th‑minute strike and a rare double shutout by Paley and Hall.
The Kansas City Roos Women's Soccer team lost 1-0 to Creighton, dropping to 0-3-1. Coach Jess Smith praised the squad's execution, while goalkeeper Hayes Fitzgerald made a season‑high five saves. The team prepares for a showdown with the nationally ranked Kansas side.
Bellarmine University's women's soccer team lost 2-0 to Northern Kentucky, with Natalie Newman scoring both goals in the second half.
Canisius College secured a 2-1 victory over Colgate University in a women's soccer match at Beyer‑Small '76 Field, snapping a seven‑visit winless streak in Hamilton and marking the program's first triumph over the Raiders in over a decade.
The Eagles held a top‑ranked opponent to a scoreless stalemate, highlighted by Ella Holland’s seven saves and a last‑minute woodwork miss by Shelby Vaughn.
Despite a strong start and high expectations, the Michigan State University women's soccer team was held to a 0‑0 stalemate by Eastern Michigan, exposing offensive woes and a looming schedule that includes top‑ranked opponents
Presbyterian College's women's soccer team opened its season with a narrow loss to North Dakota, highlighted by an early goal, a swift equalizer, and a decisive strike in the 83rd minute.
The Golden Grizzlies opened their season with a hard‑fought 3‑2 win over the University of Illinois Chicago, highlighted by key contributions from Cal Kurzawa, Stephen Gilbert and goaltender Cole Thompson.
A dominant first half saw Lake Erie take a 2-0 lead, and although Gannon pressed hard after the break, they could not convert the chances.
The University at Albany men's soccer team faced Fairleigh Dickinson in a match that was halted after 45 minutes due to severe weather, with key saves and blocked shots defining the early contest.