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The DePaul Mens Soccer team gathers for their last home pre-game huddle on Nov. 1, 2025 at Wish Field in Chicago. The Blue Demons are 2-5-4 at home this season.

DePaul men’s soccer falls to the Providence Friars in their home finale

DePaul honored eight seniors during Senior Day in a pregame ceremony recognizing their athletic and academic accomplishments.
Cristian Nuñez, Contributing Writer / November 3, 2025

The DePaul Blue Demons fell 3-2 to the Providence Friars in their 2025 home finale at Wish Field, which also doubled as Senior Day. The eight seniors honored before the match were Christian Baumgartner,...

Noeh Hernández, realiza un disparo a portería contra los Bowling Green Falcons en el Wish Field el 23 de septiembre de 2025. Noeh, un centrocampista de tercer año del equipo de fútbol masculino DePaul Blue Demons, lidera la Conferencia Big East en disparos esta temporada.

Noeh Hernández enfrentará a Argentina en un amistoso contra Puerto Rico

El mediocampista de tercer año recuerda cómo se enteró de que la selección puertorriqueña jugaría contra Messi con incredulidad.
Laura Vázquez David, La DePaulia Content Managing Editor / October 13, 2025

Cuando Noeh Hernández pise el campo para enfrentar a Argentina, no solo estará representando a Puerto Rico: llevará consigo años de crecimiento, esfuerzo y gratitud adquiridos durante su tiempo en...

Noeh Hernandez passes the ball during DePaul's game against Loyola Chicago on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, at Wish Field. Hernandez was called to play for the Puerto Rico men's national team.

DePaul’s Noeh Hernández to face Argentina in Puerto Rico friendly

The junior midfielder recalls finding out the Puerto Rican team would face off Messi in disbelief.
Laura Vázquez David, La DePaulia Content Managing Editor / October 13, 2025
The junior midfielder recalls finding out the Puerto Rican team would face off Messi in disbelief.
Jack Elliot slides in to steal the ball from Steven Moreira in the second half against the Columbus Crew at Soldier Field on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025.

Chicago Fire FC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage

A win for the Chicago Fire FC and a win for Chicago Hispanics on Hispanic Heritage Night hosted at Soldier Field.
Abigail Shanley, Contributing Writer / October 6, 2025

The Chicago Fire Football Club’s annual Hispanic Heritage Night Match took place on Sept. 27 at Soldier Field as the Fire faced the Columbus Crew. Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated across the United...

The DePaul men's soccer team stands during the national anthem on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, at Wish Field. They wear #19 badges on their jerseys for their teammate Chase Stegall who died in June.

The power of a smile: How the DePaul men’s soccer team carries on Chase Stegall’s memory

Fellow teammates and head coach Mark Plotkin honor Stegall and his years at DePaul.
Peyton Hopp, Sports Editor / September 15, 2025

As the sun beamed down on Wish Field, the DePaul men’s soccer team hit the field for practice in matching warm-up jerseys — every single one wearing #19 for their teammate Chase Stegall. Stegall...

Helen Wargo and friends rest after playing soccer together in the early morning of Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Fleet Fields. Adult pickup games and weekly mini tournaments are often available to the public at Fleet Fields.

Concrete turned green: Pickup soccer flourishes amid the factories and warehouses of Bucktown

Isabella Siemaszko, La DePaulia News Editor / June 2, 2025

Nestled between West Wabansia Avenue and North Throop Street, a massive blue sign that reads “Fleet Fields” stands in striking contrast to its surroundings. Hidden between old brick buildings, a busy...

Lionel Messi chases after the ball against the Chicago Fire on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Soldier Field. This was Messi's first time playing at Soldier Field.

Major League Soccer on the rise: Chicago Fire fill Soldier Field with big names and local talent

Isabella Siemaszko, La DePaulia News Editor / April 21, 2025

A roar of drums and chants echoed throughout Soldier Field with 62,358 spectators piled into the stadium during a recent weekend game, breaking an attendance record for the cities’ Major League Soccer...

Santiago Davila trains with the DePaul Men's soccer team at the Chicago Fire Pitch on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2025. The team practices three times a week, building endurance and player communication.

2,000 miles apart, DePaul goalkeepers maintain unique bond

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor / February 17, 2025

After three years as the star goalie for DePaul, Gandhi Cruz departed Lincoln Park for the next chapter of his soccer journey. To the surprise of many, but certainly not Cruz, Santiago Dávila has stepped...

Thousands of fans gather just after sunrise to watch NBC's "Premier League Mornings Live," previewing Chelsea's match against West Ham Saturday, September 21, near the Lincoln Park Zoo. The two-day Fan Fest celebrates the Premier League's growing community in the U.S.

Lincoln Park turned soccer hub: how the Premier League captivated the neighborhood

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor / September 23, 2024

The largest watch party for the world’s premier sport came to Lincoln Park this weekend. Thousands of current and prospective Premier League soccer fans descended upon the fields between The Honeycomb...

DePaul sophomore forward Liam Mullins battles for control of the soccer ball against NIU on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Wish Field. Mullins scored over 100 points in his high school career.

DePaul Men’s Soccer finishes spring season on high note, looks forward to fall

Olivia Waletzke, Contributing Writer / May 5, 2024

Following the win of the Chicago Cup, DePaul Men’s Soccer has completed its spring season with high hopes for the fall. With a new team dynamic and back-to-back victories, the Blue Demons found themselves...

What Messi’s arrival could mean for Soldier Field, Chicago Fire

What Messi’s arrival could mean for Soldier Field, Chicago Fire

Sarina Singh, Contributing Writer / October 22, 2023

The Chicago Fire’s Oct. 4 match against Inter Miami CF drew the largest crowd in club history with 62,124 attendees. This record-breaking attendance at Soldier Field can most likely be accredited to...

Freshman forward Liam Mullins (center) battles with junior forward John Gates (right) in DePaul's match against Loyola September 19

DePaul and Loyola Chicago rivalry stands strong during fall season

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor / October 1, 2023

Three DePaul sports teams faced tough competition against Loyola University Chicago this month. DePaul women’s soccer lost a close 0-1 match to Loyola at Wish Field on Sept. 10 off of an 85th-minute...

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