In a decisive victory, the Madonna University Men's Soccer team, known as the Crusaders, secured a dominant win against Defiance College Yellow Jackets on September 24, 2025. The match, held in Livonia, Mich., concluded with a striking 7-1 score in favor of Madonna, underlining their powerful performance in the league game.

Madonna set the tone early on with a commanding lead, finishing the first half ahead at 3-1. This included a noteworthy score by Keigo Yoshida, who notably secured the game-winning goal. The Crusaders demonstrated a robust offensive strategy, which was further manifested in the second half as they tallied additional goals, bringing the final score to 7-1. Players Ryushin Hirami and Keigo Yoshida each scored twice, complemented by Jordy Lopez with two goals and Bernardo Teston adding one to the tally. The assist providers for these goals were Ryushin Hirami, Bernardo Teston, Juan Contreras, and Edgar Knoetzsch, contributing substantially to the team's offensive dynamics.

Goalkeeping duties were capably handled by Afonso Henrique and Alvaro Lopez, who together kept the Yellow Jackets to just one goal. Key defensive plays and a controlled game tempo allowed the Crusaders to maintain their lead throughout the match. The standout performer, Ryushin Hirami, was especially noted for his double goal feat, which included two penalty kicks, and an assist, highlighting his critical role in this overwhelming victory.

Looking ahead, the Crusaders will play their next league game at home in Livonia, Mich. against Siena Heights on September 27, 2025. Following this resounding win, Madonna University's current season record stands impressively at 8-0-1, with a league record of 2-0-0.