Vanderbilt 2, Alabama 1: Tide Soccer Falls to No. 2 Commodores (2026 Recap)
No. 2 Vanderbilt 2, No. 8 Alabama 1. Alabama soccer took an early lead on Kiley Kukan’s goal in the 19th minute Sunday night in Tuscaloosa, but Vanderbilt tied it on a penalty kick just before halftime and won it on Megan Hinnenkamp’s goal in the 65th minute. Alabama is now 13-3-0 overall and 6-2-0 in the SEC. Vanderbilt stayed unbeaten at 14-0-1 (7-0-1 SEC).
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How did Vanderbilt beat Alabama?
Alabama struck first. Kukan scored her second goal of the season at 18:57, with Melina Rebimbas getting the assist, for a 1-0 lead.
The lead held until the last minutes of the first half. Courtney Jones converted a penalty kick at 43:46 to make it 1-1 at the break. Alabama was shown two yellow cards in the first half, to Presley Williams (37:51) and Ulla Sharp (43:24).
Vanderbilt controlled the second half. Hinnenkamp scored at 64:24 off a Mary Beth McLaughlin assist, and the Commodores finished with a 16-9 edge in shots and a 7-3 edge on goal. Alabama keeper Madi Munguia made five saves in 90 minutes. Head coach Wes Hart summed it up: “We ran into a good team today” (via rolltide.com).
Scoring summary
| Time | Team | Goal | Assist | Score (ALA-VAN) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:57 | Alabama | Kiley Kukan | Melina Rebimbas | 1-0 |
| 43:46 | Vanderbilt | Courtney Jones (penalty kick) | Unassisted | 1-1 |
| 64:24 | Vanderbilt | Megan Hinnenkamp | Mary Beth McLaughlin | 1-2 |
Key stats
| Stat | Alabama | Vanderbilt |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 1 | 2 |
| Shots | 9 | 16 |
| Shots on goal | 3 | 7 |
| Saves | 5 (Madi Munguia) | 2 (Alexa Gianoplus) |
| Corner kicks | 4 | 5 |
| Fouls | 8 | 14 |
| Offsides | 0 | 1 |
| Yellow cards | 2 | 0 |
Attendance was 873. The loss came three days after a 3-0 shutout of Georgia on Oct. 15.
Who does Alabama soccer play next?
Alabama hosts Tennessee on Friday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. CT in Tuscaloosa. It is the Tide’s last home match of the regular season. The finale is at Mississippi State on Sunday, Nov. 1, at noon, and the SEC Tournament runs Nov. 8-15 in Pensacola, Fla.
It is also homecoming weekend. Alabama football hosts Texas A&M on Saturday, Oct. 24. Read the Texas A&M at Alabama preview for kickoff and TV.
Where should you watch Alabama games in Tuscaloosa?
Soccer is best seen in person at the Alabama soccer stadium. For football Saturday, use our guide to sports bars in Tuscaloosa and the full Tuscaloosa bars guide. For tonight’s cheap food and drinks, check today’s Tuscaloosa bar and food specials.
You must be 21 to drink. If you go out, plan your ride home: UA’s 348-RIDE (205-348-7433) or a rideshare.
FAQ
What was the score of the Alabama vs. Vanderbilt soccer game?
No. 2 Vanderbilt beat No. 8 Alabama 2-1 on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, in Tuscaloosa. Kiley Kukan scored Alabama’s goal.
What is Alabama soccer’s record in 2026?
After the Vanderbilt match, Alabama is 13-3-0 overall and 6-2-0 in SEC play.
When is Alabama soccer’s next home game?
Alabama hosts Tennessee on Friday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. CT.
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.
