Mississippi State Soccer Set to Make History in International Fixture Against Aston Villa U-21 Squad
March 12, 2024 | Soccer
LONDON – Mississippi State Soccer is poised to mark a significant milestone in their program's history as they gear up to participate in their inaugural international fixture. On Wednesday, State will face off against Aston Villa's U-21 squad in an electrifying match set to take place live from Aston Villa FC Training Ground, Bodymoor Heath.
This historic event not only signifies a remarkable achievement for Mississippi State University, but also highlights the growing prominence and competitiveness of women's soccer on a global scale. With an opportunity to compete against Aston Villa's U-21 squad, the Dawgs are eager to showcase their talent, determination, and teamwork on an international stage as they continue their growth this spring season.
Head Coach James Armstrong expressed his excitement about this groundbreaking opportunity, stating, "Participating in our first international fixture is a momentous occasion for our program. It presents a valuable learning experience for our players and an opportunity to test our skills against a top-notch opponent like Aston Villa's U-21 squad. We are honored to be part of this historic event and look forward to representing Mississippi State University with pride and passion."
Despite the absence of streaming or live stats for the match, fans can still stay engaged and connected with the action. They are encouraged to tune into @HailStateSOC throughout the day for updates and behind-the-scenes footage of the Bulldogs as they prepare for and compete in this historic encounter.
Match Day Itinerary (All Times in GMT):
- 7:00 AM: Breakfast
- 8:15 AM: Depart for Aston Villa
- 10:30 AM: Arrive at Aston Villa Training Ground
- 10:45 AM: Pregame Meal
- 2:00 PM: Kickoff with Aston Villa U-21
- 5:00 PM: Joint Postgame Meal Among Clubs
- 6:00 PM: Depart for Hotel
Conversion to Central Standard Time (CST):
- 2:00 AM: Breakfast
- 3:15 AM: Depart for Aston Villa
- 5:30 AM: Arrive at Aston Villa Training Ground
- 5:45 AM: Pregame Meal
- 9:00 AM: Kickoff with Aston Villa U-21
- 12:00 PM: Joint Postgame Meal Among Clubs
- 1:00 PM: Depart for Hotel
For further updates and behind-the-scenes content from the team's London adventure, follow MSU women's soccer on X, like them on Facebook, and join them on Instagram by searching for "HailStateSoc."
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