NC State men's soccer kicks off the 2026 season at home against Coastal Carolina on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. This match marks the team鈥檚 third season under head coach Marc Hubbard. Fans can watch the game live via ACC Network Extra. The contest follows a women鈥檚 soccer doubleheader, with the women鈥檚 team playing UNC Charlotte at 5 p.m.

By the Numbers
  • This match could be NC State's 577th win, currently holding a record of 567-493-120.
  • A victory would also be Marc Hubbard's 259th career win as a head coach (258-59-46) and his 27th at NC State (26-7-9).
State of Play
  • NC State enters the season ranked No. 2 nationally and as the preseason ACC favorite with eight first-place votes.
  • The Wolfpack will face Coastal Carolina, which leads the all-time series 2-1 after their last meeting in 2019, where Coastal won 3-2 in double overtime.
What's Next

The Wolfpack aims to improve their record against Coastal Carolina while demonstrating their potential as a leading team in the ACC. Upcoming games will be critical for establishing momentum early in the season.

Bottom Line

With a strong returning roster and high preseason ranking, NC State looks poised to make a significant impact this season. A win against Coastal Carolina could set the tone for a successful campaign.