Indiana men's soccer's season ended in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament with a 1-1 (5-4 on penalty kicks) loss to No. 2 Notre Dame. After a rematch of their season-opening draw, the game went into extra time and ultimately penalties, where Notre Dame came out on top.

Why It Matters

The loss in the Elite Eight ends Indiana men's soccer's season, leaving them short of a College Cup appearance. The defeat highlights the team's missed opportunities and adds to their recent history of disappointment in penalty shootouts.

The Big Picture

Indiana's loss to Notre Dame in the NCAA Tournament continues their quest for a ninth national title, which will have to wait until next fall. For Notre Dame, the win propels them to the next round with a chance to claim their second national title.

By the Numbers
  • Indiana had 25 shots compared to Notre Dame's 11
  • Indiana had 10 corner kicks while Notre Dame had only 1
Yes, But

Despite their dominant performance in terms of shots and corners, Indiana's failure to convert their chances led to their eventual defeat. They will need to address their finishing ability in future matches.

State of Play
  • Indiana men's soccer season has ended in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament
  • Notre Dame advanced to the next round with a chance to win their second national title
Bottom Line

Indiana men's soccer's season came to a disappointing end with a loss to Notre Dame in the Elite Eight. Despite their strong performance, they were unable to convert their chances, highlighting the need for improvement in finishing.