The University of Northern Iowa women's soccer team will travel to Ames, Iowa, on August 30, 2026, to meet the Iowa State Cyclones at 7 p.m. Central Time. The contest marks the 16th edition of a series that has seen the Cyclones dominate with a 13‑1‑1 record.
UNI snapped a scoreless stretch earlier this week, scoring the first goal of the 2026 season in a 1‑1 draw against St. Ambrose. Abi Roberts opened her collegiate scoring account, and Ella Ubben recorded her second assist of the campaign in the opening half.
The Cyclones arrive after a 2‑0 loss to the Iowa Hawkeyes, yet they will field a roster anchored by returning stars. Morgan Goodman, who amassed nine points in 2025, freshman forward Megan Walters, who contributed three goals as a rookie, and Sophie Forrester, who added five points last season, are expected to lead the attack.
A Historic Rivalry Rekindled
The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+, where play‑by‑play analyst Tom Kroschell will be joined by commentator Lindsay Long. Hailey Luedtke, who made four saves in the recent draw, is slated to guard the net for UNI, while the team set season‑highs with 23 shot attempts and 11 shots on goal.
Coaches and fans alike note the significance of the matchup, as the Panthers seek to avenge their sole series win in 2018 and narrow the all‑time deficit. The road trip also serves as an early test for a UNI squad eager to prove its mettle against a Power Five opponent.