DAYTON- The Wright State men's soccer team (1-8-1, 1-3 HL) will kick off a three-match home stand on Tuesday, October 7, as in-state rival Xavier comes into town. First touch is scheduled for 7 p.m., and the first 100 fans at Alumni Field will receive a Wright State men's soccer t-shirt.
 
MATCH INFORMATION
Tuesday, October 7 –FOLLOW LIVE STATS
 
LAST TIME OUT
The Raiders fell 1-2 on the road at Cleveland State on Saturday night.
 
Wright State (1-8-1, 1-3) will kick off a three-game home stand on Tuesday, October 7, as in-state rival Xavier comes to Alumni Field. First touch against Xavier is slated for 7 p.m. The homestand will also include matches against Northern Kentucky on October 11 and Milwaukee on October 18.
 
The Raiders opened the scoring in the 32^nd minute from a set piece about 25 yards out. Marko Odorcic sent a free kick into the box that Ishamel Mensah flicked on to Oneil Michell, who finished the opportunity. The goal is Mitchell's second in as many games after scoring the winner last Saturday against Detroit Mercy.
 
The Vikings would take control in the second half, scoring the equalizer in the 51^st minute and the winner in the 81^st minute. The equalizer was scored from the penalty spot with Jacob Deever converting the chance. The winner came off the foot of Peleg Armendariz.
 
SCOUTING THE MUSKETEERS
Xavier enters Tuesday's match at 4-3-2 on the season and 1-1-1 in BIG EAST play. The Musketeers are coming off a 1-0 shutout win over Marquette last Friday. Offensively, Xavier is paced by Cooper Forcellini. The senior's nine goals on the season are good for first in the BIG EAST and third nationally. Forcellini also ranks 10^th in the NCAA in total points (18) and 14^th in shots on goal per match (1.67). Jonny Mennell has been the main man between the posts for Xavier, holding a career record of 15-14-2 with 18 shutouts and a 1.00 goals against average. Mennell is one shutout away from tying the school record for most shutouts.

HISTORY VS. XAVIER
Tuesday night's match will mark the 29^th all-time meeting between Wright State and Xavier, a series that the Raiders lead 14-8-6. The two squads last met in the 2023 season opener, playing to a 1-1 draw.  Xavier came out on top 3-2 when the teams last met in Dayton.

FALL SPORTS TICKETS
You can show your support for Wright State Men's Soccer student-athletes all season long, as every ticket purchased directly supports the team. This season, your ticket purchase goes far beyond the game. Every dollar supports our student-athletes by providing critical resources that elevate their experience. Tickets are as low as $7 each, and Wright State Athletics encourages purchasing your tickets in advance, as all sales are cashless. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets!


UP NEXT
The Raiders will continue their three-game home stand on Saturday, October 11, as Northern Kentucky makes the trip up to Alumni Field. First touch is slated for 7 p.m.
 
KING HENRY
Junior, Henry Hutchinson, has accounted for 33% of the goals scored by the Raiders this season. The Westerville, Ohio, native has already set a new career high in goals scored, with three, surpassing his previous high of two from the 2023 and 2024 seasons. So far this season, Hutchinson has scored against Belmont, Loyola Chicago, and Purdue Fort Wayne.

LAST SEASON REWIND
Wright State finished last season with a 7-9-2 overall record and a 3-5-1 mark in Horizon League play. The Raiders were 4-3-1 at home at Alumni Field last season.

SIZING UP THE 2025 SQUAD
WSU welcomes 11 newcomers – including four freshmen – to this season's roster. The Raiders' roster consists of four freshmen, 14 sophomores, three juniors, six seniors, and one graduate student.
 
ALL ACROSS THE GLOBE
Wright State's 2025 roster features a large international representation with players coming from 11 countries across five continents.