Alabama 2, Tennessee 1: Tide Soccer Rallies From Halftime Deficit (2026 Recap)
Alabama 2, Tennessee 1. Alabama soccer came back from a 1-0 halftime deficit Friday night at Alabama Soccer Stadium. Larkin Thomason scored on a penalty kick in the 63rd minute, and Ashley Roni scored the winner in the 83rd. Alabama is now 14-3-0 and 7-2-0 in the SEC.
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How did Alabama beat Tennessee?
Tennessee led first. Sophia Prime scored on a header in the 18th minute, assisted by Ayva Jordan. The score stayed 1-0 at the break.
The second half belonged to Alabama. The Tide outshot Tennessee 11-1 after halftime. Tennessee’s Shae O’Rourke got her second yellow card on the penalty play, which left the Vols with 10 players. Thomason converted the penalty for her 10th goal of the season. Roni then picked off an errant pass and scored her ninth goal of the year.
Per rolltide.com, it was Alabama’s first comeback from a halftime deficit in regulation since Oct. 26, 2023, against Missouri. Coach Wes Hart called it “a great performance by so many players,” per rolltide.com.
Scoring summary
| Time | Team | Goal | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17:22 | Tennessee | Sophia Prime (header), assist Ayva Jordan | UT 1-0 |
| 62:45 | Alabama | Larkin Thomason (penalty kick) | 1-1 |
| 82:15 | Alabama | Ashley Roni (unassisted) | UA 2-1 |
Key stats
| Stat | Alabama | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Shots | 15 | 5 |
| Shots on goal | 7 | 3 |
| 2nd-half shots | 11 | 1 |
| Saves | 2 (Madi Munguia) | 5 (Cayden Norris) |
| Corners | 5 | 2 |
| Fouls | 9 | 9 |
| Cards | 0 | 3 yellow, 1 red (second yellow) |
Melina Rebimbas led Alabama with four shots, two on goal. Attendance was 1,069.
Who does Alabama soccer play next?
Alabama plays at Mississippi State on Sunday, Nov. 1, at noon CT in Starkville. That is the regular-season finale before the SEC Tournament.
Football is first, though. Alabama hosts Texas A&M for homecoming today at 2:30 p.m. CT on ABC. Read our Texas A&M at Alabama preview.
Where should you watch Alabama games in Tuscaloosa?
Start with our sports bars in Tuscaloosa guide and the full Tuscaloosa bars guide. For tonight’s deals, see today’s Tuscaloosa bar and food specials.
Going out after the game? You must be 21 to drink. UA students can call 348-RIDE at 205-348-7433, or use a rideshare app.
FAQ
What was the score of the Alabama vs. Tennessee soccer game?
Alabama won 2-1 on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, in Tuscaloosa. Tennessee led 1-0 at halftime.
Who scored for Alabama against Tennessee?
Larkin Thomason scored on a penalty kick in the 63rd minute. Ashley Roni scored the winning goal in the 83rd minute.
What is Alabama soccer’s record?
After the win, Alabama is 14-3-0 overall and 7-2-0 in SEC play.
Scores and statistics are from the official box score. Own a bar or restaurant near campus? Sponsor our game recaps.
Clay.
As founder of TuscaloosaStudentHousing.com, he combines that local knowledge with hands-on research of the Tuscaloosa rental market to publish practical, honest guides for University of Alabama students living off campus.
