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Boston University men's soccer sophomore midfielder Pharis Petrica going for a pass at the home opener versus Brown. The BU team played Army this past Saturday losing 0-1.

Men’s soccer opens conference play with a physical loss to Army

By Gabby Church, Sports Editor September 16, 2025
Fresh off a three-goal performance against Brown University and three weekly awards, the Boston University men’s soccer team fell 1-0 to Army West Point in their first Patriot League test this season.
Boston University men's soccer sophomore midfielder Pharis Petrica going for a pass at the home opener versus Brown. The BU team played Army this past Saturday losing 0-1.

Terriers, Bulldogs finish in scoreless tie

By Jose Rodriguez, Senior Writer September 16, 2025
Boston University and Bryant University finished in a scoreless tie Sunday afternoon at Nickerson Field.
Sophomore forward Andrea Di Blasio (7) dribbles the ball down the field during the men’s soccer game on Saturday. The team earned their seventh tie game this season with a final score of 1-1. TRACY LIU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s soccer tops preseason poll, looks for third-consecutive regular season title

By Gabby Church, Sports Editor August 23, 2025
After clinching a back-to-back No. 1 seed in 2024, the Boston University men’s soccer team is primed — and favored — to do it again.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

BREAKING: NWSL announces new name for Boston team

By Brendan Galvin March 26, 2025
The recently-formed National Women's Soccer League Boston-based team announced its new name, one which will replace the original name “BOS Nation Football Club.”
Freshman David Gonzalez chases after the ball at a game against Falcons FC Wednesday. The Boston University men’s club soccer team is preparing for the fifth semi-annual club soccer Boston Beanpot, hoping to build on their recent success. JOSIE KALBFLEISCH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s club soccer gears up for fifth semi-annual Beanpot Tournament as defending champions

By Ava Malamut March 21, 2025
The Boston University men’s club soccer team is preparing for the fifth semi-annual club soccer Boston Beanpot, hoping to build on their recent success.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

After the Whistle: What to make of the remaining teams in the Champions League

By Ryan Abazari March 20, 2025
The quarter finals of the Champions League is officially set, with eight teams vying for Europe's most glorious prize. While a favorite isn’t clear yet, the underdogs definitely are. Let's rank the remaining contenders.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

After the Whistle: The Champions League knockout stage lives up to its reputation

By Ryan Abazari March 6, 2025
The knockout round of the Champions League began Tuesday — a reminder of the absolute glory of the European competition, and a few matchups stood out against the rest.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

After the Whistle: a fitting goodbye to Goodison leads to an intensifying title race

By Ryan Abazari February 20, 2025
Last weekend, all eyes turned to a rescheduled fixture at Goodison Park as Everton and Liverpool played in the final ever Merseyside Derby at the 132-year-old grounds. Liverpool entered at the top of the table, looking to expand its lead during its chase for a second-ever Premier League title.
Boston University women’s soccer head coach Megan Burke. Burke, who was previously an assistant coach for the Terriers, will start her new role as head coach next fall. SIENA GLEASON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Megan Burke takes charge as women’s soccer looks for continued success

By Ryan Abazari February 12, 2025
The Boston University women’s soccer team will play under a new head coach next fall, but it will be a familiar face —- former assistant coach Megan Burke.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

After the Whistle: Premier League Matchweek 24 features relegation scrap, historic turnaround

By Ryan Abazari February 5, 2025
To start the weekend, third-place Nottingham Forest hosted mid-table Brighton & Hove Albion. Both teams entered the match off losses — Forest was coming off a 5-0 thrashing from AFC Bournemouth, while Brighton lost 1-0 on a penalty to Everton.
Nickerson Field. On Friday, Boston University alumna and head women’s soccer coach Casey Brown announced she is stepping down from her position, effective immediately. RACHEL FEINSTEIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

After NCAA Tournament appearance, Casey Brown steps down as women’s soccer head coach

By Ava Malamut December 17, 2024
After three years as head coach of the Boston University women's soccer team, Casey Brown resigned from her position last Friday, effective immediately.
Senior forward Andrew Rent (11) and graduate student forward Aidan Bone (31) protect possession of the ball from two American University players during the men’s soccer game on Oct. 26. Bone had a breakout season with the Terriers this year after overcoming a season cancellation due to COVID-19, a position change and injury. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

After five seasons, Aidan Bone finds his stride as he exits the field

By Gabby Church, Sports Editor December 4, 2024
Aidan Bone wasn’t always the flashiest on the field, but his 2024 season marked a modest breakout five years overdue, as the Boston University men’s soccer team showed up for three postseasons in three years.
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