The Saint Louis Billikens (1-1) face the Missouri Tigers (1-0-1) on August 20, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. in Columbia, MO, beginning a season-long stretch of four consecutive road matches. The Billikens are coming off a 5-0 victory over Lindenwood after a tough 2-1 loss to Alabama. Missouri looks to build on a season that has included a tie and a win in their early games. This matchup resumes a rivalry renewed in 2024, where the Billikens currently lead the series 4-1, including two wins since their 26-year hiatus.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Louis leads the all-time series against Missouri 4-1.
  • Saint Louis was picked to finish second in the A-10 with three first-place votes.
  • SLU's previous match ended with four goals scored in the first 16 minutes.
State of Play
  • The Billikens are entering their first road game after playing two matches at home.
  • Missouri has started the season with a tie and a win, scoring three goals total.
  • This game marks the beginning of a challenging road stretch for Saint Louis, with subsequent games against Illinois, Indiana, and Illinois State.
What's Next

Following the match against Missouri, the Billikens will continue their road slate with games against Illinois, Indiana, and Illinois State, creating an early test for their season strategy and player development amidst fierce competition.

Bottom Line

The Billikens must harness their recent momentum and strong historical performance against Missouri to navigate this tough road stretch while building on their talent and cohesion for the rest of the season.