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The Daily Free Press

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Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

Full-Time Focus: The matchups to watch at the start of the Champions League

By Adriana Leyba September 18, 2024
The new Champions League format means more teams, more games and more exciting matchups — and it all starts today. So, what matches should fans pay close attention to?
Boston University midfielder Giulianna Gianino (15) during a Sept. 16, 2023 game against Loyola Maryland. The women’s soccer team lost 3-2 to the University of Rhode Island on Saturday. HUI-EN LIN/DFP FILE

Women’s soccer takes another loss against the University of Rhode Island on the road

By Eva Smith September 17, 2024
The Boston University women’s soccer team fell short of their first win this season against the University of Rhode Island Rams Saturday afternoon in Kingston, Rhode Island.
Sophomore forward Andrea Di Blasio (7) protects the ball from a St. Mary’s College of California player during the game on Sept. 5. The men’s soccer team won their first game of the season on Saturday in a match against Army West Point. LILY HANSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s soccer secures first Patriot League win of the season against Army

By Layla Penn September 16, 2024
The Boston University men’s soccer team defeated Army West Point 3-2 Saturday afternoon, earning their first Patriot League win of the season.
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

Full-Time Focus: New season, new Champions League

By Adriana Leyba September 11, 2024
As matchday one approaches next week, the Union of European Football Associations Champions League anthem starts to play more than ever.
Sophomore midfielder Jason Zacarias (26) dribbles the ball during the men’s soccer game on Sept. 5. The men’s team lost to Santa Clara University 2-1 during their fifth game of the season on Sunday. LILY HANSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s soccer struggles to rise against Santa Clara University

By Jason Asvestopoulos September 9, 2024
The Boston University men’s soccer team fell at the hands of Santa Clara University Sunday night, with a final score of 2-1.
Junior midfielder Mackenzie Stickleman (4) runs with the ball in a game against the Boston Dream on March 23. The women’s soccer team lost 1-0 to the University of New Hampshire in New Hampshire on Sunday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s soccer falls on the road to the University of New Hampshire

By Layla Penn September 9, 2024
The Boston University women's soccer team took another loss Sunday afternoon on the road against the University of New Hampshire.
Sophomore forward Andrea Di Blasio (7) dribbles the wall up the field during the men’s soccer game on Thursday. The Boston University men’s soccer team tied Saint Mary’s College of California 1-1. LILY HANSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s soccer ties with Saint Mary’s 1-1, extends record to fourth draw of the season

By Gabby Church, Sports Editor September 9, 2024
The Boston University men’s soccer team is still without a win after two weeks into the season.
Freshman defender Luke Dunne (32) races towards the ball in a game against Northeastern University Oct. 17, 2023. The Boston University men’s soccer team aims to build off its last season’s success after commanding a regular season and winning a Patriot League tournament title. BELLA JONES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s soccer aims to build off previous season success

By Gabby Church, Sports Editor September 9, 2024
Coming off a commanding regular season and a Patriot League tournament title, the Boston University men’s soccer team is looking ahead to 2024.
Sophomore midfielder Mackenzie Stickelman (4) hits a header against Loyola University Maryland on Sept. 16, 2023. Currently standing at three losses and two ties in their season, the Boston University women’s soccer team hopes to improve their game and strengthen their identity and leadership skills. HUI-EN LIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s soccer comes into regular season with high expectations

By Layla Penn September 9, 2024
After earning three 2024 preseason All-Patriot League Honors, the Boston University women's soccer team looks to improve their game and strengthen their identity and leadership skills as the regular season comes into full swing.
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

Full-Time Focus: Back to the Etihad

By Adriana Leyba April 16, 2024
It is safe to say that last time Real Madrid visited the Etihad Stadium, they left unhappy. Even though it seems like a lifetime ago, it has just been one year since Manchester City humiliated Real Madrid in the Champions League semifinals.
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

Full-Time Focus: Barcelona DNA in Paris

By Adriana Leyba April 9, 2024
Last time Barcelona claimed the Champions League title, Luis Enrique managed the team from the sidelines with Xavi Hernandez as his captain. Today, almost ten years later, the situation looks different.
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

Full-Time Focus: The last dance — possibly

By Adriana Leyba March 26, 2024
The Champions League quarter final stage is when the intensity ramps up. With a big part of the season behind us, every team that is still in the competition poses a real threat.
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