The Georgia State Panthers men's soccer team, under Head Coach Brett Surrency's 17th season, announces its 2026 schedule, aiming to improve from last year's sixth-place finish in the Sun Belt Conference. The season begins with exhibition matches against Clayton State and NCAA qualifier Clemson, followed by a home opener against USC-Upstate. Georgia State will host various teams during non-conference play before opening Sun Belt action on the road against West Virginia. The Panthers will face several in-conference rivals, concluding the regular season against Kentucky on November 2, with the Sun Belt Conference Tournament starting November 8.

By the Numbers
  • Georgia State plays two exhibition matches: Clayton State (Aug. 8) and Clemson (Aug. 15).
  • Home opener against USC-Upstate is scheduled for August 20.
State of Play
  • Last season, the Panthers finished sixth in the Sun Belt Conference.
  • Four teams from the Sun Belt made the NCAA tournament last season.
What's Next

As the regular season nears, expect Georgia State to finalize their preparations for a competitive campaign in the Sun Belt, aiming for a top finish and a potential return to the NCAA tournament.

Bottom Line

Georgia State's focus will be on leveraging their home games and strong roster to improve their standings in the Sun Belt Conference and making a successful run in the NCAA tournament.