Georgia soccer hosts James Madison in historic Sanford Stadium match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 8:02 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Georgia soccer will play James Madison in Sanford Stadium on August 20, marking a return of soccer to the venue after 30 years. The matchup is significant as it aims to set attendance records for NCAA soccer. Georgia's team comes into the game with a record of 0-0-2 after recent ties, while James Madison has a record of 1-1 this season. Free tickets are available through the school's website for those wishing to attend. The game will also be streamed on the SEC Network for viewers at home.
- •Match at Sanford Stadium on August 20, 2026.
- •First soccer game in Sanford in 30 years.
- •Georgia is 0-0-2 after recent ties; James Madison is 1-1.
- •Free tickets available via the school website.
- •Game will be streamed on SEC Network.
- 8:02 AMYahoo Sports — 'Soccer in Sanford' set between Georgia, James Madison
"Soccer is returning to Sanford Stadium for the first time in 30 years, and this time it is Georgia's own team taking the pitch.
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