The Syracuse Orange men’s soccer team prepares to host the Penn State Nittany Lions for the 41st clash between the two teams on Thursday, August 28 (8/28/2025) at 7 p.m. ET.
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Here’s what you need to know:
What: NCAA DI Men’s Soccer
Who: Penn State @ Syracuse
When: Thursday, August 28
Time: 7 p.m. EDT
Where: SU Soccer Stadium
TV: ACC Network Extra
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Here’s a game preview for Penn State vs. Syracuse:
Syracuse enters this Thursday’s showdown against Penn State at SU Soccer Stadium feeling confident after a solid 1-0 win over Loyola Maryland, where graduate defender Tim Brdaric scored his first goal for the Orange and their defense stifled the Greyhounds with just one shot on target.
On the other sideline, Penn State comes off a gritty 2-1 loss at Army. Freshman defender Ben Nash netted his first collegiate goal late in that match, giving the Nittany Lions something to build on. They opened their season with a 2-0 home win over Stetson, thanks to a brace from midfielder Caden Grabfelder.
This will be the 41st meeting between these two programs. The previous clash in 2023 ended in a 1-1 draw, and under coach Ian McIntyre, Syracuse holds a 2-1-1 edge in this rivalry.
All told, Syracuse is riding momentum and home advantage, while Penn State looks eager to bounce back. Should be a lively game.
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