Drake University has released its complete 2026 men’s soccer schedule, outlining a busy slate that blends early‑season exhibitions with a full conference campaign.
Exhibition Openers
The Bulldogs open with three tune‑up matches in August, beginning on August 8 at the University of Wisconsin‑Madison before returning home to face Northeast Community College on August 11 and Iowa Western Community College on August 15.
Ticket requirements change this year; all home matches will now require a ticket for entry, although exhibition games remain free of charge.
Season Ticket Options
Season tickets are on sale for $50 for individual fans, while a combined men’s and women’s package is available for $80, giving supporters access to every home game.
Regular Season Kickoff
The regular season debut comes on August 20 when Central Arkansas visits Des Moines, marking the first of 16 scheduled league and non‑league contests.
The early road stretch includes a trip to Omaha to meet Creighton on August 23, followed by home fixtures against Green Bay and Wartburg College on August 26 and August 29 respectively.
Conference Play and Road Swing
September brings a mix of home and away fixtures, highlighted by matches against Milwaukee on September 2 and Kansas City on September 7, and a four‑game road swing that begins with a September 12 contest at Oral Roberts before a September 19 showdown with FIU in Miami.
The road schedule continues with games at Evansville on September 25 and at Saint Louis on September 29, setting up a spooky October that features a rematch of the 2025 MVC Tournament semifinals on October 17.
Final Stretch
The season concludes on October 30 with a home matchup against UIC in Des Moines, preceded by road games at Bradley on October 24 and at Omaha on October 20, ensuring the Bulldogs finish with a series of competitive contests.
With a blend of early exhibitions, a demanding conference slate, and a range of ticket options, the 2026 campaign promises an exciting year for Drake soccer fans.