Notre Dame Defeats Florida State in Soccer Match
Izzy Engle scores twice to lead the Fighting Irish to a victory at the Seminole Soccer Complex in Tallahassee.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Soccer
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Notre Dame secured a 2-0 victory over Florida State on Thursday, with Izzy Engle scoring both goals for the Fighting Irish. The defeat marked an end to Florida State's recent winning streak.
Why it matters
The result significantly impacts the standings for both programs as they move into the final stretch of the season. Florida State must now regroup before facing a challenging matchup against Duke.
Notre Dame forward Izzy Engle scored her first goal in the 15th minute and added her second 47 seconds into the second half. Notre Dame currently holds a 7-1-6 record, while Florida State moves to 7-2-3 on the season.
The players
Izzy Engle
She is a forward for the University of Notre Dame women's soccer team.
Florida State
Florida State University sponsors a prominent NCAA Division I women's soccer program based in Tallahassee.
Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame maintains a competitive NCAA Division I women's soccer program that competes in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
The details
Engle initiated the scoring after capitalizing on a loose ball run in the opening period. She extended the lead immediately following the second-half kickoff by converting off a corner kick.
Timeline
October 24, 2026: Notre Dame defeats Florida State 2-0.
October 29, 2026: Florida State is scheduled to play Duke.
Season Trajectory
This loss shifts Florida State's momentum within the highly competitive Atlantic Coast Conference standings as the season approaches postseason play. The result forces a recalculation of the projected seedings for the upcoming NCAA tournament field.
Florida State's inability to register a shot in the first half highlights a critical offensive stagnation that could influence upcoming rotation decisions. The loss forces the team to rely on their upcoming performance against Duke to improve their conference standing.
The takeaway
Maintaining consistent offensive pressure throughout both halves remains essential for top-tier collegiate teams to avoid upsets. Fans should watch for defensive changes in the coming games as teams refine their play before the playoffs.
What happens next
Florida State faces Duke in their next scheduled match on October 29, 2026.
Further reading
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