2023 - Clemson Wins Third National Championship

The Clemson Tigers completed a dominant postseason run to win the 2023 NCAA Division I Men’s Soccer Championship, capturing the program’s third national title. Clemson advanced through the tournament with composed performances and defensive discipline, knocking off Loyola Marymount, Hofstra, Kentucky, and Stanford to reach the College Cup final. In the championship match, the Tigers defeated Notre Dame Fighting Irish 2–1 in overtime, sealing the title with a dramatic golden goal. Head coach Mike Noonan earned his second NCAA title with Clemson, guiding a balanced and resilient squad. Forward Ousmane Sylla was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player after delivering clutch goals throughout the championship run.