Vanderbilt hosts SMU in college soccer opener tonight

Vanderbilt’s soccer team is set to begin the 2026 season at home against SMU tonight. The Commodores return a majority of their key players, including SEC Forward of the Year Sydney Watts, while SMU faces a significant roster overhaul, having lost many contributors from last season. Vanderbilt captured the #1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament last year and is aiming to maintain success despite losing some pivotal players. SMU has brought in seven transfers to strengthen their lineup as they seek to rebuild during the match.

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