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Despite a flurry of opportunities, the Portland Pilots could not break the deadlock against California in their season opener, finishing with a 0-0 draw before a crowd of 3,234 at Merlo Field.
The Pilots, ranked sixth nationally, open their 2026 campaign on Aug. 21 at Merlo Field against the California Golden Bears, aiming to build on a record‑breaking 2025 that featured a 14‑2‑4 finish and multiple NCAA Tournament runs.
The Golden Bears open the 2026 season on August 21 at 7 p.m. PT against a Portland side ranked sixth in the United Soccer Coaches preseason poll, looking to build on a 12th‑place ACC finish and recent semifinal run.