Iowa State’s women’s soccer team began their 2026 season on a winning note, defeating the University of Nebraska Omaha 1-0 at Caniglia Field. The match was decided by a single goal scored early in the contest, giving the Cyclones a successful opening to their campaign.
Junior transfer Danica Lunceford, who joined from the University of San Francisco, was responsible for the game’s only goal in the 23rd minute. The defensive effort proved equally important, as redshirt freshman goalkeeper Eme McClenahan, a Utah transfer, recorded one save to secure the shutout victory.
This matchup marked the fourth meeting between the two programs. Iowa State has dominated the series, with previous victories including a 4-0 win on August 17, 2012, a 1-0 victory on September 8, 2019, and a 4-1 triumph on September 15, 2022.
The Cyclones will continue their home schedule on Sunday, August 16, when they host Kansas City for Senior Day at 6 p.m. Iowa State holds a 1-1 record against the Roos, with their most recent home victory coming in 2017 by a score of 2-0, though they suffered a 3-1 home loss to Kansas City in 2018.
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