Kentucky Wildcats draw with Western Michigan in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 4:49 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Kentucky Wildcats men's soccer team began its 2026 season on August 21 against Western Michigan, leading to a 2-2 draw. Western Michigan struck first, scoring twice in the first half before Kentucky responded. Tom Keller scored in the 34th minute, followed by Costa Iliadis tying the game in the 65th minute. The Wildcats held Western Michigan scoreless in the second half but struggled offensively to gain a lead. Kentucky's next match is against Louisville on August 24 at 7:30 P.M. ET.
- •Kentucky opens the 2026 season on August 21.
- •Match ends in a 2-2 draw against Western Michigan.
- •Western Michigan led 2-0 early in the first half.
- •Tom Keller and Costa Iliadis scored for Kentucky.
- •Kentucky's next match is on August 24 against Louisville.
- 4:49 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky opens soccer season with draw vs Western Michigan
"The Kentucky Wildcats men's soccer season opened up on Thursday against Western Michigan, and ended in a draw.
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