RV/NR Georgia (2-1-0, 0-0-0 SEC) vs. Michigan (2-1-0, 0-0-0 Big Ten)
Date: Sunday, Aug. 24
Time: 12 p.m. EDT
Location: Athens, Ga.
Site: Turner Soccer Complex (1,682)
 
MEDIA INFORMATION
Stream: SEC Network+ (Jeff Dantzler, PxP / Mollie Belisle, Analyst)
Live Stats: GeorgiaDogs.com
X: @UGASoccer
Instagram: @UGASoccer
 
Social Media: For complete information on Georgia soccer, follow the team on its social media channels via @UGASoccer on X, Facebook, and Instagram.
 
INSIDE THE SERIES
Overall: Georgia leads 1-0-0
In Athens: First Meeting
Neutral: Georgia leads 1-0-0
Last Meeting: Georgia – W, 1-0 (Sept. 15, 2002 – Birmingham, Ala.)
Current Streak: W1
GF / GA: 1 / 0
 
QUICK KICKS
Big Blue in Town
Following one of the biggest regular season wins in program history, Georgia welcomes Michigan to Athens for a Sunday matinee, looking for three consecutive shutouts for the first time since 2023. The Bulldogs are looking to carry the momentum from Thursday’s 2-0 victory over North Carolina, while the Wolverines seek to bounce back from a 3-1 loss at Alabama. Sunday’s match is only the second all-time meeting between the programs, with Georgia prevailing, 1-0, in a neutral match at UAB on Sept. 15, 2002. Georgia holds a 7-4-2 record against Big Ten opponents, having just dropped a 1-0 contest to UCLA on Aug. 14. Under Keidane McAlpine, the Bulldogs are 2-1-1 against B1G members, earning wins over Iowa and Illinois in the past two seasons.
 
Coaching Ties
Coach McAlpine will see a familiar face on the sideline in Michigan head coach Jennifer Klein, who served as one of his assistant coaches for six seasons at Washington State and USC (2012-17). Klein was a member of the 2016 Trojans staff that won the program’s second national championship. This is the second meeting between McAlpine and Klein, with USC winning, 1-0, in overtime in 2021 in Ann Arbor.
 
Senior Day
Prior to Sunday’s match, seven senior players will be recognized for their contributions to the program. Defender Cate Hardin and midfielder Millie Filson have played in all four seasons of the McAlpine era, with midfielder Summer Denigan tallying three seasons and defender Maddie Baker sitting at two. Newcomers Laila Booker, Sage Glover, and Juliauna Hayward will also be honored, along with managers Kate Crunkleton, Gracie Entlich, and Tori McKool. Hardin, Filson, and Denigan have combined to post a 23-12-12 record, capture the 2023 SEC Tournament title, and reach the NCAA Sweet 16 in 2023.
 
A Rainy Night in Georgia
Despite over two hours in weather delays, Georgia produced a historic 2-0 victory over No. 12 North Carolina Thursday, earning its first-ever victory over the nation’s winningest program and reigning national champion. In the second half, Summer Denigan put the Dawgs on the board as she knocked in a blocked shot in the 51st minute. Twenty minutes later, Lily Kate Elphick scored her second goal of the season with a rocking laser off her left foot. Freshman goalkeeper Hannah Folliard was outstanding in net, with the Bulldog defense only allowing two shots on net. The win over the Tar Heels was the highest-ranked opponent since No. 10 Arkansas in the 2023 SEC Tournament final and only the 11th win over an ACC school in program history.
 
Up Next
Georgia concludes its season-opening homestand against North Florida on Thursday, Aug. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the Turner Soccer Complex. Admission is free for all fans, and the match will stream live on SEC Network+.
 
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Promotion: Sunday is Kids’ Day Out at Turner Soccer Complex, with inflatables, balloon artists, and face painters in the complex plaza. Additionally, Sunday is the first Community Dawg Day, powered by Georgia Power. The first 100 fans 12 and under will receive a voucher for a post-match meet and greet with senior Maddie Baker, redshirt sophomore Virginia Odom, and freshmen Lily Kate Elphick and Maddy Herniter.
Free Admission: All matches at Turner Soccer Complex are free. No tickets are required for admission.
Entrance: Spectators will only be able to enter the Turner Soccer Complex through the spectator gate located next to the soccer field on the left field/third base side of the softball stadium. Gates will open one hour prior to kickoff.
Clear Bags: The UGA Clear Bag policy will be in effect for all home matches.
Prohibited Items: Umbrellas and outside noise makers are not permitted at Turner Soccer Complex.
Sustainability: Turner Soccer Complex is on a journey to become a zero-waste facility for the 2025 season.
Concessions: Concessions will be available via cashless/contactless payment.
Merchandise: The UGA Bookstore will be selling merchandise on site.