Louisiana's soccer team opened the 2026 season with a decisive 4-1 victory over Southeastern Louisiana at Strawberry Stadium. Four players contributed to the scoring, while true freshman Ally Allen showcased her skills by saving five shots, including a crucial penalty kick. The match saw a pivotal moment when Sydney Byrne broke a tie with a goal in the 30th minute, securing Louisiana's lead. With this win, Louisiana improved its season opener record to 6-0-1 since 2020 and extended its unbeaten streak against SLU to 4-0-1.

By the Numbers
  • 4 goals scored by Louisiana in the match.
  • 5 shots saved by Ally Allen, including a penalty kick.
  • 12 total shots for Louisiana, with 4 on target converting to goals.
State of Play
  • Louisiana (1-0-0) continues its strong performance in season openers with a remarkable track record.
  • SLU (0-1-0) struggled to match Louisiana's offensive momentum.
What's Next

Louisiana will host SEC member Ole Miss in their next match on Sunday, where they aim to maintain their winning momentum.

Bottom Line

The Ragin' Cajuns demonstrated offensive prowess in their season opener and solid goalkeeping from a freshman; they will look to carry this strong start into their upcoming home game against Ole Miss.