# 2026 men's college soccer season start

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/2026-mens-college-soccer-season-start
> Updated: 2026-08-20T21:41:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The 2026 men’s college soccer season commenced with several key matchups, including Bryant University and Northeastern University openers. Bryant, ranked No. 10, was scheduled to host UMass at Beirne Stadium in Smithfield, Rhode Island.

In their season opener, Bryant and UMass played to a 2-2 draw. UMass initially took the lead through Shane Valez, but Bryant responded in the 47th minute with a header from Angel Perez. UMass regained the lead in the 78th minute via a Sebastian Weitlander chip shot. Bryant secured the equalizer in the 85th minute when Brady Geho converted a penalty kick following a VAR review. While UMass goalkeeper Dean Linden recorded seven saves, Bryant outshot UMass 18-7 during the match.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: Bryant and UMass men's soccer play to 2-2 draw in season opener

Bryant University and UMass men's soccer teams played to a 2-2 draw in their season openers, featuring a late penalty goal by Bryant's Brady Geho to equalize.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bryant-and-umass-mens-soccer-play-to-2-2-draw-in-season-opener

### 2026-08-17: College men's soccer season begins with Bryant and Northeastern openers

The 2026 men's college soccer season kicks off with Bryant University hosting UMass and Northeastern University traveling to face Holy Cross and Stonehill.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/college-mens-soccer-season-begins-with-bryant-and-northeastern-openers

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