Northwestern draws with UCLA and Indiana, keeps Big Ten hopes alive

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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Northwestern draws with UCLA and Indiana, keeps Big Ten hopes alive
Summary

Northwestern's men's soccer team played to a goalless draw against No. 10 UCLA on October 24 and then again against No. 4 Indiana on Friday. With these results, the Wildcats remain in contention for a Big Ten tournament spot, sitting eighth with eight points from seven games. Northwestern's defense was particularly strong, allowing no goals across both matches, while the offense struggled to capitalize on opportunities. The team needs to secure victories in their final two conference games and rely on favorable outcomes from other teams to maintain tournament aspirations. They face Ohio State on October 30.

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  • •Northwestern drew 0-0 with No. 10 UCLA and No. 4 Indiana.
  • •The Wildcats remain eighth in the Big Ten standings, with eight points.
  • •Northwestern's defense held strong, allowing no goals this week.
  • •The team faces Ohio State next on October 30.
  • •The Wildcats need to win their final two games to qualify for the tournament.
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  • 3:55 PMYahoo Sports — Men’s soccer: Northwestern draws out against two of top-10 teams in the nation.
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The Wildcats scored no goals but allowed no goals, keeping their Big Ten tournament hopes alive.

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