East Lansing, Michigan, September 30, 2025
News Summary
The Michigan State University women’s soccer team secured a dominant 6-0 victory against Wisconsin. Junior Emerson Sargeant led the team with two goals, showcasing impressive teamwork and offensive prowess. MSU’s record now stands at 6-2-4 overall and remains unbeaten in the Big Ten conference. This victory highlights their potential as they prepare to face No. 23 Ohio State in their next match.
East Lansing, Michigan — The Michigan State University (MSU) women’s soccer team showcased an impressive performance by defeating Wisconsin 6-0 on September 28, 2025. The victory has allowed MSU to improve their overall record to 6-2-4 and remain unbeaten in the Big Ten conference with a record of 3-0-2. In contrast, Wisconsin’s record fell to 8-3-1, with a Big Ten record of 2-2-1.
Junior Emerson Sargeant was a standout player in the match, scoring two goals. Sargeant opened the scoring early in the game, netting the first goal in the 11th minute with a volley that passed Wisconsin goalkeeper Drew Stover. Just twelve minutes later, Sargeant doubled MSU’s lead, scoring again in the 23rd minute with an assist from fellow teammate Kennedy Bell. Following this strong offensive display, MSU continued to pile on the pressure, with Renee Watson scoring the team’s third goal in the 32nd minute, courtesy of an assist from Kayla Briggs.
The second half saw MSU maintain their momentum, with Kaleigh McPherson making her mark by scoring the fourth goal just three minutes into the half (48th minute) for her first of the season. Junior Kennedy Bell also contributed to the scoreboard in the 55th minute, heading in a cross from Bella Najera and Mimi Hallier for the fifth goal. Finally, the scoring was capped off by Sophia Piotrowski, who netted the sixth goal in the 71st minute, marking her first goal of the season.
The Spartans displayed exceptional teamwork throughout the match, with 30 players on their roster and 23 seeing playing time. Goalkeeper Noelle Henning had a solid game, logging the full 90 minutes and making two significant saves, achieving her third clean sheet of the season.
MSU’s offense was particularly effective, demonstrating a remarkable shot conversion rate during the game. The Spartans found the back of the net six times from ten shots, with eight shots on target. This efficiency highlights MSU’s standing as they lead the Big Ten in goals scored, racking up a total of 25 goals over eleven games. Defensively, however, MSU has a record of conceding 13 goals, ranking 12th in the conference.
As they look ahead, MSU is set to face No. 23 Ohio State on October 5, 2025. The team will aim to maintain their current offensive success against a strong defensive competitor in their upcoming match.
Key Match Statistics
- MSU Record: 6-2-4 (3-0-2 in Big Ten)
- Wisconsin Record: 8-3-1 (2-2-1 in Big Ten)
- Goals Scored by MSU: 6
- Goals Scored by Wisconsin: 0
- MSU Total Shots: 10 (8 on target)
- MSU Clean Sheets: 3
Upcoming Matches
MSU will face No. 23 Ohio State on October 5, 2025.
Background Information
The MSU women’s soccer team has been performing well this season, proving to be a strong contender in the Big Ten conference. Their ability to score consistently while also working cohesively as a team illustrates their potential for further success in the season.
FAQ
What was the final score of the MSU vs. Wisconsin women’s soccer match?
The final score was MSU 6, Wisconsin 0.
How many goals did junior Emerson Sargeant score in the match?
Junior Emerson Sargeant scored two goals in the match.
What is MSU’s current record in Big Ten play?
MSU’s current record in Big Ten play is 3-0-2.
When will MSU play their next match?
MSU will face No. 23 Ohio State on October 5, 2025.
Match Performance Chart
| Statistic | MSU | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 6 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 10 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 8 | 0 |
| Clean Sheets | 3 | N/A |
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Additional Resources
- MSU Spartans: Spartans Blast No. 20 Wisconsin 6-0
- Wikipedia: Michigan State Spartans women’s soccer
- The State News: MSU Women’s Soccer Routs Wisconsin
- Google Search: MSU Women’s Soccer
- MSU Spartans: Strong Second Half Sends MSU Past Minnesota 2-1
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- Gopher Sports: Minnesota Drops to Michigan State 2-1
- Google News: MSU Women’s Soccer
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