Western Carolina women鈥檚 soccer heads to Knoxville, TN to battle 16th-ranked Tennessee Lady Vols on Sunday. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. at Regal Soccer Stadium, with the game available on SEC Network+. The Catamounts are looking to improve their all-time record against SEC teams, currently at 1-8, as they face a Tennessee squad that has outscored opponents 10-1 this season.

By the Numbers
  • Tennessee is 3-0-0 this season, boasting a recent 4-0 win against Milwaukee.
  • Western Carolina holds a 1-8 all-time record against SEC teams, with their only victory against No. 20 South Carolina in 2008.
State of Play
  • WCU is coming off a scoreless draw against Appalachian State, marking their first competition of the season after a 4-2 win over Winthrop.
  • Tennessee鈥檚 offensive balance has seen eight players score goals in the early season.
What's Next

After the Tennessee matchup, WCU will host East Carolina on August 30 and NC State on September 3, aiming to capitalize on home-field advantage.

Bottom Line

The Catamounts face a significant challenge against a strong Tennessee squad, and a solid performance could provide momentum for their upcoming matches against in-state rivals.