The Drake men's soccer team returns to Des Moines for its home opener against Missouri State, Thursday March 4, kickoff is set for 2 p.m. at Drake Stadium. The game is set to broadcast live on ESPN+. 

The Bulldogs return home after their season opener ended in a draw against Loyola on Feb. 28. Drake registered three shots on goal with two from freshman Jaffer Murphy. The defense was led by redshirt senior Lucas Bartlett, who held Loyola to only three shots on goal. 

The Bears are coming off a 3-0 win against Bradley on Feb. 27. Lead by forward Nicolo Mulatero, Missouri State registered five shots on goal, scoring one off a penalty kick. Defender Connor Langan helped hold Bradley to just four shots on goal. 

The Bulldogs have a 2-3-2 history with the Bears over the last three seasons. 

After taking on Missouri State, the Bulldogs head east to take on Bradley March 9.