Iowa City, October 14, 2025
News Summary
The University of Iowa Women’s Soccer team secured a stunning 5-3 victory against No. 18 Michigan State University, ending MSU’s impressive seven-game unbeaten streak. Iowa showcased strong attacking performance, overcoming an early deficit and extending their lead with decisive goals. Despite MSU’s efforts, including a comeback attempt, the defeat leaves them in fifth place in the Big Ten standings, trailing five points behind the leaders. The Spartans will face Indiana next, aiming to regain their footing in the league.
Iowa City – In a thrilling encounter on October 12, 2025, the University of Iowa Women’s Soccer team defeated No. 18 Michigan State University (MSU) with a score of 5-3, ending the Spartans’ impressive seven-game unbeaten streak. This defeat caused MSU to drop to fifth place in the Big Ten standings, leaving them five points adrift of the top spot.
The match showcased dynamic plays from both teams, beginning with MSU’s Emerson Sargeant who opened the scoring at the 15:43 mark with the assistance of teammates Kayla Briggs and Bella Najera. However, Iowa responded quickly with Liana Tarasco scoring the equalizer at 28:25, assisted by Sofia Bush. Kelli McGroarty then propelled Iowa into the lead with a goal at 37:23, courtesy of Eileen Solomon’s assistance.
After halftime, the Spartans’ Sofia Beerworth equalized just minutes into the second half at 46:05, receiving help from Kaleigh McPherson. Iowa regained control with a penalty kick goal by Fernanda Mayrink at 51:49. Immediately after, Maggie Illig from MSU responded with another goal at 52:46, again with support from Beerworth.
The decisive moment came when Iowa’s Elle Wildman scored at 66:53, followed by an additional goal from Berkley Binggeli at 89:28, securing the victory for Iowa.
Defensively, MSU struggled as their goalkeeper, freshman Noelle Henning, made six saves, yet the team’s defense still permitted eleven out of sixteen shots from Iowa to be on target. Throughout the match, MSU took a total of 14 shots with 5 on target, while Iowa achieved 16 shots, illustrating their offensive prowess with 11 of those shots being on target. The physical nature of the game affected both teams, with Iowa committing 20 fouls compared to MSU’s 10.
The Spartans will next face Indiana at DeMartin Stadium on Thursday at 7 PM, hoping to regroup and restore their footing in the Big Ten standings after this recent setback.
Match Summary:
- Iowa: 5
- Michigan State: 3
- Date: October 12, 2025
- Location: Iowa City
- MSU Unbeaten Streak: Ended at 7 games
Key Statistics:
- Shots on Target: Iowa 11, MSU 5
- Total Shots: Iowa 16, MSU 14
- Fouls: Iowa 20, MSU 10
FAQ
What was the final score of the match between Iowa and Michigan State?
Iowa won the game against Michigan State University with a score of 5-3.
What significant outcome resulted from the match?
This loss ended MSU’s seven-game unbeaten streak.
Where does MSU stand in the Big Ten standings after the match?
After the defeat, MSU dropped to fifth place in the Big Ten standings, five points from the top.
Key Features Chart:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Match Result | Iowa 5, Michigan State 3 |
| Location | Iowa City |
| Date | October 12, 2025 |
| MSU Unbeaten Streak | Ended at 7 games |
| Next Match for MSU | Against Indiana at DeMartin Stadium, Thursday at 7 PM |
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Additional Resources
- The State News: Iowa Ends MSU’s Undefeated Big Ten Run
- Wikipedia: College Soccer
- MSU Spartans: Wild Game in Iowa City
- Google Search: Iowa Women’s Soccer
- MSU Spartans: Senior Stories – Dalton
- Google Scholar: Women’s Soccer
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