Matchday Info
Lindenwood Women's Soccer (1-3-0) at Evansville (1-0-1)
Thursday, Aug. 27 | 6:00 p.m.
Evansville, Ind. | Arad McCutchan Stadium
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Kicking Off
The Lindenwood women's soccer team heads to Evansville on Thursday for their first of three consecutive road games. Kickoff against the Purple Aces is scheduled for 6:00 p.m.
Lions Storylines
- After opening the season with a 1-0 win over Bellarmine, Lindenwood has suffered three straight shutout defeats, taking consecutive losses for the first time since August of 2024.
- The Lions' three-match skid is their longest losing streak since the 2023 season.
- Through the season's first three contests, Lindenwood is averaging 8.8 shots per game while allowing an average of 10.8 shots to their opponents.
- LU were selected as heavy preseason favorites in the Ohio Valley Conference's preseason poll, receiving nine out of 16 potential first-place votes.
- The Lions returned 8 of 11 starters from last season's squad, including four of five All-OVC selections.
Last Time Out
Lindenwood fell by a score of 1-0 against DePaul on Sunday afternoon with an own goal in the 43rd minute being the difference maker. Despite controlling possession for 51% of the match, Lindenwood was unable to record a shot in the contest. Meanwhile, DePaul registered 10 total attempts with three shots on target.
About Evansville
- Evansville enters Thursday's contest with a record of 1-0-1, opening the season with a 1-1 draw against Purdue before picking up a 2-0 win over SEMO last time out.
- All three of the Purple Aces' goals this season have been scored and assisted by different players.
- Evansville returned three All-Missouri Valley Conference performers from 2025, including Taylor Johnson (Sr., F), Brielle LaBerge (Jr., D/F), and Lily Kytasarri (So., M/F).
Series History
Thursday will be the third all-time meeting between Lindenwood and Evansville. The Lions possess a 1-1-0 record against the Purple Aces, securing a 2-1 win at home last season following 2-1 loss on the road during the 2024 season.
Next Up
Lindenwood heads to Cornhusker State on Sunday to square off with Omaha. Kickoff against the Mavericks is scheduled for 1:00 p.m.
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