
Princeton Tigers Defeat No. 3 Portland Pilots 2-0 in Season Opener
The Princeton men's soccer team opened its 2026 campaign with a 2-0 win over the Portland Pilots, showcasing strong defense and offensive spark from newcomers.
Sep 1, 2026
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The Princeton men's soccer team opened its 2026 campaign with a 2-0 win over the Portland Pilots, showcasing strong defense and offensive spark from newcomers.

The Tigers held Villanova to a 1‑1 stalemate in their season opener, with Bardia Hormozi opening the scoring before the Wildcats equalized.

A late equaliser from Luke Martelli earned Villanova a 1‑1 draw on the road, improving their record to 2‑0‑1 while Princeton remained winless.

The Princeton men’s soccer team, fresh off an Ivy League title and a deep NCAA run, enters the 2026 season ranked eighth in the preseason poll, eager to showcase its depth despite the loss of 11 seniors.