Here’s a summary of the upcoming match and notable highlights from the Notre Dame women’s soccer season:
Upcoming Match
- Matchup: #12 Notre Dame vs. #1 North Carolina
- Date and Time: Friday, October 2 at 6:00 PM
- Location: Dorrance Field, Play2Dream Legacy Stadium, Chapel Hill, NC
- Links:
- Live Stats
- Notes
- Watch on: ACCN
Season Highlights
- Current Record: Notre Dame is 4-0-6, with a 2-0-1 record in the ACC.
- Last Meeting: Notre Dame defeated North Carolina 4-3 in a thrilling match on September 24, 2025.
- Historical Record: Notre Dame trails 10-23-4 in the overall series against UNC but has a 5-7-2 record on the road there.
Key Statistics
- Goal Scorers: Nine players have scored for Notre Dame this season, led by Lily Joseph (6 goals).
- Accolades:
- Sonoma Kasica named ACC Goalkeeper of the Week.
- Nate Norman secured his 100th win with a 2-1 victory over #24 Clemson.
Recent Matches Recap
- Drew 1-1 at #4 Duke: Key performances included a goal from Lily Joseph.
- Defeated Boston College 4-0: Multiple players scored, with dominant performances across the board.
- Notable Hat Trick: Izzy Engle achieved her first hat trick of the season against IU Indy.
Preseason Recognition
- Notre Dame ranked #2 in the United Soccer Coaches preseason poll and is the favorite to win the 2026 ACC championship.
The match against North Carolina is highly anticipated as both teams are strong contenders in the ACC.
