The Notre Dame men’s soccer team's quest for a second national title fell one win short, ending in a 2-1 loss to the Clemson Tigers at Lynn Family Stadium. Despite a strong season and dominating possession in the second half, the Irish couldn't overcome Clemson's lead, finishing the year with a 13-3-6 record.

Why It Matters

The defeat marks the end of Notre Dame's impressive season and championship aspirations, despite their strong performance and multiple opportunities in the game.

By the Numbers
  • The Irish finished with a 13-3-6 record.
  • Notre Dame outshot the Tigers 15-9, with a 5-3 shots-on-goal advantage.
  • The team made its second College Cup Final in program history and the third overall College Cup appearance.
State of Play
  • Notre Dame finished the season with a record of 13-3-6, securing their second College Cup Final appearance in program history.
  • The team marked their first undefeated conference season (6-0-2) in program history and claimed the ACC Atlantic division crown.
What's Next

The team will likely focus on regrouping and analyzing the season to come back stronger for future competitions.

Bottom Line

Despite falling short in the title quest, Notre Dame's strong season and multiple accomplishments position them well for future success and recognition in the college soccer landscape.