A New Chapter for the Seminoles
On August 7, 2026, the Florida State University men’s soccer team will welcome Sporting Jacksonville to the Seminole Soccer Complex for a preseason exhibition that kicks off at 7 p.m. Eastern. The match is open to the public at no charge and represents the first competitive outing for the program since it captured its fifth national championship on December 8, 2025.
Entering the contest, the Seminoles sit at No. 4 in both the United Soccer Coaches and ACC Coaches preseason polls, underscoring the high expectations that accompany a program that has claimed two of the last three titles and three of the past five dating back to 2021.
Beginning with the 2026 season, all regular‑season home games at the Seminole Soccer Complex will require a ticket, although student admission will remain free with a valid FSUID. Fans can secure tickets through the FSU Athletics Ticket Office, reachable at 850‑644‑1830, or via the online portal at Seminoles.com/Tickets.
The regular season schedule features seven home contests, including marquee matchups against ACC rivals NC State, North Carolina, Duke, Virginia Tech and Notre Dame, providing a rigorous slate as the team looks to defend its recent dominance.
Beyond the opening exhibition, the Seminoles will begin their official campaign on August 13 at Stetson before returning home to face FAU on August 20. The upcoming fixtures promise a blend of regional rivalries and national storylines that could shape the trajectory of the 2026 campaign.