The Bruins will host Denver on Friday, November 15, 2025, at Wallis Annenberg Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 7 p.m. Pacific time, a match that will be streamed live on B1G+.
A Program Riding a Wave of Success
That contest caps a whirlwind few weeks for UCLA, a program that finished fourth in the Big Ten, captured the conference tournament and secured its fifth straight NCAA Tournament berth.
At the heart of that resurgence is senior forward Sergi Solans Ormo, who finished the 2025 campaign with 16 goals and six assists, earning Second‑Team All‑American honors and the Big Ten Tournament’s Most Outstanding Player award.
His influence extends beyond the scoresheet; Solans Ormo was also named to the first‑team All‑Conference squad, a testament to his all‑around impact.
The coaching staff, led by eighth‑year head coach Ryan Jorden, boasts a stellar 44‑10‑6 record in season openers and a 6‑2‑0 mark under his direction, underscoring stability and continuity.
The 2026 opener proved that the Bruins are carrying that momentum onto the road, where they defeated No. 11 Virginia 2‑0, with Neuls and Hall finding the net and the defense holding firm.
The victory not only lifted UCLA to No. 17 in the United Soccer Coaches poll, marking the first ranking since 2024, but also reinforced the team’s reputation as a powerhouse with ten alumni currently plying their trade in Major League Soccer.
Looking ahead, the schedule features two Big Ten Network broadcasts at Penn State and Northwestern, while the roster welcomes 16 newcomers, including seven transfers and three freshmen eager to contribute from day one.
With a blend of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, the Bruins aim to translate early success into a sustained push for another conference title and a deep NCAA run.