Leon Koehl, Laurin Mack, and Albi Ndrenika have been highlighted as key players for the Maryland men's soccer team, named to the B1G Players To Watch List for the upcoming 2026 season. Koehl, a senior midfielder and two-time All-Big Ten First Team selection, returns after a strong performance last year, featuring three goals and three assists. Mack, the reigning Big Ten Goalkeeper of the Year, tied for the conference lead with nine shutouts and made 61 saves, while Ndrenika was a significant playmaker, leading the team with eight assists last season.

By the Numbers
  • Leon Koehl: 3 goals and 3 assists in 2025
  • Laurin Mack: 9 shutouts in 2025, tying for Big Ten lead
  • Albi Ndrenika: 8 assists and 4 goals, including 3 game-winners
State of Play
  • Maryland's men's soccer season kicks off against Pitt on Thursday at 7:00 pm.
  • The match will be broadcast on ACCNX from Ambrose Urbanic Field.
What's Next

The Terps aim to build on last season's successes with their star players, setting expectations high as they begin their 2026 campaign against Pitt.

Bottom Line

Maryland's success this season heavily relies on the contributions of Koehl, Mack, and Ndrenika, whose performances could shape the Terps' journey in the Big Ten conference.