NORMAL, Ill. – The Illinois State women's soccer team opens its season on the road Friday, traveling to Ypsilanti, Michigan, to face off against Eastern Michigan at 3 p.m. CT. The Redbirds defeated the Eagles, 4-2, in Ypsilanti last season. Fans unable to attend Friday's match can follow along with live stats and follow @Redbird_Soccer on Twitter for in-game updates.
ISU will return home Sunday for its home opener against No. 23 Northwestern at Adelaide Street Field at 1 p.m. CT. The Redbirds fell to the Wildcats last season, 1-0, in Evanston, Illinois. Fans unable to attend Sunday's match can watch the game live on The Valley on ESPN3 and follow along with live stats.