Providence College Men's Soccer in NCAA Tournament

Providence College's men's soccer team has earned an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament, marking their first appearance since 2021. The Friars, who hold a 12-5-3 record, will host Patriot League champions Bucknell on Thursday at 7 p.m. at Anderson Stadium. This will be the first-ever meeting between the two teams, with Providence aiming to improve its all-time NCAA tournament record of 13-11-1. Bucknell enters the tournament with a record of 7-6-6, fresh off a 3-0 victory against Colgate in the Patriot League Championship. Providence previously reached the NCAA Tournament's Round of 16 four times, with their most notable run in 2014. The match is expected to be competitive, as both teams feature balanced scoring and strong defensive capabilities.