
Michigan State Men’s Soccer Climbs to No. 24 in National Rankings
Michigan State's men's soccer team opens the season 3-0, earning its first national ranking since 2023 and showcasing dominant offensive stats.
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Michigan State's men's soccer team opens the season 3-0, earning its first national ranking since 2023 and showcasing dominant offensive stats.

Michigan State’s men’s soccer team opened the 2026 campaign with a 6‑0 win over Albany, followed by a victory that propelled them to a 2‑0 record. A doubleheader against SIUE on Aug. 27 will test their depth, featuring standout performances from captains Brandon Munson and Miles Merritt.

Michigan State’s men’s soccer team opened its season with a 2‑1 victory over Seattle University, highlighted by a penalty conversion from Miles Merritt and a game‑winning strike from Andrew Darakdjian on his first appearance

The Spartans defeated UAlbany 6‑2 in their opener, while Seattle University fell 4‑0 to Saint Louis. Key players return, including Brandon Munson, Miles Merritt and Peter Soudan, and the team honors family soccer roots as they prepare for upcoming matches.

The Spartans will host the Great Danes at DeMartin Stadium on August 20, marking the first meeting of the two programs and kicking off a season that promises new leadership and high attendance.
After a 5-8-3 season that featured wins over two top-five teams, Michigan State’s men’s soccer squad is banking on a deep roster, key transfers and a demanding schedule to break an eight-year NCAA tournament drought.

Miles Merritt, Brandon Munson and Peter Soudan are highlighted in the Big Ten’s 2026 Players to Watch list, underscoring Michigan State’s optimism ahead of a season that opens against UAlbany.

The Spartans finished their exhibition schedule with a tie against Notre Dame, showcasing key goals and a coach's perspective on preparation for the season.

Michigan State’s men’s soccer team opened its 2026 season with a 1‑1 exhibition draw against Loyola Chicago, featuring a first‑half goal by Oscar Huerta and a clean sheet by Jake Grekowicz.