The 2025 NCAA Men’s Soccer Championship has officially reached the high-stakes Elite Eight, with eight teams remaining in the race for a national title. The quarterfinal round features a blend of powerhouse programs, Cinderella stories, and multiple seeded clashes as teams battle for a spot in the College Cup.
All Elite Eight matches will stream exclusively on ESPN+, with four must-watch contests spread across Friday and Saturday.
NCAA Men’s Soccer Elite Eight Schedule & Matchups
Friday Elite Eight Matches
No. 7 Georgetown vs. No. 15 NC State
Time: 6:00 PM ET
Streaming: ESPN+
Georgetown looks to continue its dominant postseason run against an NC State side that has exceeded expectations as a No. 15 seed.
No. 8 Portland vs. No. 16 Furman
Time: 10:00 PM ET
Streaming: ESPN+
Furman enters as the lowest seed remaining and one of the biggest surprises of the tournament, while Portland aims to defend its national reputation.
Saturday Elite Eight Matches
No. 4 Maryland vs. Washington
Time: 1:00 PM ET
Streaming: ESPN+
Maryland brings national championship pedigree into a showdown with a dangerous Washington squad capable of pulling a major upset.
No. 14 Akron vs. Saint Louis
Time: 1:00 PM ET
Streaming: ESPN+
Akron continues its deep postseason resurgence against a Saint Louis program known for its rich soccer legacy.
What’s at Stake: Road to the College Cup
The Elite Eight marks the final step before the NCAA Men’s Soccer College Cup, where only four teams will advance to compete for the national championship. With multiple lower seeds still alive, this year’s tournament has delivered one of the most unpredictable runs in recent memory.
- Furman’s historic underdog run as a No. 16 seed
- NC State’s breakthrough performance deep into December
- Maryland’s return as a national title contender
- Akron’s late-season charge back into relevance
How to Watch the NCAA Men’s Soccer Elite Eight
All four matches will stream live exclusively on:
- ESPN+
Fans will need an active ESPN+ subscription to watch the quarterfinals.
Who Advances?
Winners of each Elite Eight matchup will advance to the 2025 NCAA College Cup, where national semifinal and championship matches will determine this year’s champion.
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