The Fairfield University men's soccer team has announced a balanced 2026 schedule featuring six non-conference games and key Metro Conference contests. The Stags will play eight home and eight away matches, starting with challenging away games against Marshall University and UConn. Head Coach Krystian Witkowski aims for this diverse schedule to prepare the team for conference action, culminating in the Metro Conference championship in November.

By the Numbers
  • 8 home matches and 8 away matches throughout the season.
  • 6 non-conference games, including matches against national title contenders.
State of Play
  • The Stags kick off their season on August 20 against Marshall University.
  • Ten of the final eleven matches will be against Metro Conference opponents.
What's Next

The team will face competitive match-ups in September, starting with a home game against Lehigh University. The Metro Conference championship will begin on November 8, with the potential for the Stags to advance if they secure a top-four finish.

Bottom Line

This well-rounded schedule is designed to bolster the Stags' performance heading into the competitive Metro Conference, with a strategic mix of regional and national opponents promising an exciting season ahead.