The Clemson Tigers are traveling to Dallas, Texas, to face off against the SMU Mustangs on Saturday in a pivotal conference showdown at Washburne Stadium.

The Tigers will look to regain their footing after a tough home loss to VCU on Tuesday. Clemson currently holds a 3-1-1 record, and this match marks its second ACC game of the early season.

Despite the setback, Wahabu Musah had a standout performance, netting the Tigers’ lone goal in the 40th minute. Ransford Gyan also made valuable contributions, providing energy and momentum with his work in transition.

Clemson aims to secure a victory against SMU, 3-2-1, in the two teams’ first ACC meeting since SMU joined the conference in 2024. SMU has been led by junior forward Milton Lopez, who has scored three goals in six matches this season.

Head coach Mike Noonan and the Tigers are determined to improve their performance on Saturday night and demonstrate that they’re still an elite team. With both sides eager to make an early statement in the conference, this matchup promises to be a competitive battle with significant implications.

Fans can expect a thrilling contest that could set the tone for the rest of the season. The game will kick off at 8 p.m. this Saturday.