Stanford University begins its quest for a fourth NCAA women's soccer championship this Friday against Cal Poly, having dominated their past encounters. The Cardinal sports a record of 73-25-9 in the NCAA Tournament, holding home advantage with a perfect 22-0-0 in first-round matches conducted there. This follows a successful season where Stanford clinched the ACC regular-season and tournament titles and finished as the top-ranked team nationally. With standout players like Jasmine Aikey leading the offense, the team aims for another College Cup appearance and a chance at the national title.

By the Numbers
  • Stanford has outscored Cal Poly 33-3 in 12 all-time matches.
  • The team recorded an average of 3.89 goals per game this season.
  • They have achieved 9 shutout victories out of 19 matches this year.
  • Stanford has scored a record 74 goals through the first 19 matches, surpassing the previous high of 72 in 2019.
State of Play
  • Stanford is currently riding a 12-match unbeaten streak (10-0-2).
  • The team is 10-0-0 at home this season, outscoring opponents 43-4 in those matches.
  • The Cardinal has qualified for the NCAA tournament for 34 consecutive years, 27 of which are in the last 28 seasons.
What's Next

If Stanford defeats Cal Poly, they will face the winner of the Alabama vs. Northwestern match. The NCAA Women’s College Cup is set for December 5 and 8 in Kansas City, Mo., where the semifinals and championship will be held.

Bottom Line

Stanford's history of success in the NCAA Tournament, combined with this season's strong performance, creates high expectations for another deep postseason run. With key players excelling and home-field advantage, the Cardinal is poised to chase another national title.