Xavier men's soccer kicks off its 2026 season on Thursday, August 20, against the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons at 7 p.m. at Corcoran Field. The Musketeers aim to extend their unbeaten streak against Purdue Fort Wayne, having won all three previous matchups. Notably, Purdue Fort Wayne reached the Horizon League Championship match last season, setting them up as a competitive team this year.

By the Numbers
  • Purdue Fort Wayne's 2025 record was 8-3-6.
  • Xavier leads the all-time series against Purdue Fort Wayne, 3-0.
State of Play
  • Xavier returns standout goalkeeper Jonny Mennell, who has 19 career shutouts and ranks in the top ten for saves.
  • The team has welcomed 14 new players to the roster, modifying the squad dynamics ahead of the season opener.
What's Next

Following this match, Xavier aims to solidify its early season strategy as they face several ranked teams later in the season, including Georgetown and Akron. Continuous improvement is expected to play a crucial role in their success this year.

Bottom Line

Xavier men's soccer looks to capitalize on past successes against Purdue Fort Wayne while integrating new talent into the lineup. The performance in this initial match could set the tone for the remainder of the season.