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The UCLA women’s soccer team achieved a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Maryland at Wallis Annenberg Stadium. Bella Winn’s incredible goal in the 71st minute secured the win, allowing UCLA to improve their overall record. Despite a strong defensive showing from Maryland and their goalkeeper, the Terps struggled to convert their possession into effective scoring opportunities. This match marked a significant moment in UCLA’s campaign as they continue to solidify their place in the conference standings, while Maryland seeks to rebound in their upcoming match against Illinois.
Los Angeles – The UCLA women’s soccer team secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Maryland on September 28, 2025, at Wallis Annenberg Stadium. This win improved UCLA’s record to 8-2-1 overall and an impressive 4-0-1 in conference play. On the other hand, Maryland’s defeat brought their record to 6-6-0 and 2-3-0 in conference matches.
The decisive moment of the match came in the 71st minute when Bella Winn scored the only goal of the game, showcasing her skill with a long shot that originated from the left corner of the 18-yard box and struck the top-right corner of the net. The goal was assisted by Val Vargas. Prior to this, both teams struggled to find the back of the net, resulting in a scoreless first half despite numerous offensive attempts.
Throughout the match, Maryland held a majority of possession in the early stage but found it difficult to maintain effective offensive pressure against UCLA’s defense. Faith Luckey, the goalkeeper for Maryland, displayed strong performance with five crucial saves. However, the Terps managed to record only four shots total, resulting in a significant -11 shot differential compared to UCLA’s total of 13 shots.
The match also featured impressive defensive efforts from Maryland, particularly from players like Lisa Mcintyre and Tayron Raibon, who contributed to thwarting several UCLA attempts. Maryland committed only two fouls during the match, revealing a disciplined approach compared to UCLA’s ten fouls. Despite the loss, Maryland’s head coach, Michael Marchiano, expressed pride in his team’s performance and noted an improvement from their previous matchup against USC.
Both teams faced an intense midfield battle, which featured multiple unsuccessful attempts at cross passes. The match marked a significant occasion for Maryland, as it was their first meeting with UCLA in a conference setting, going up against a top-five ranked opponent. Sadly, Maryland has yet to secure a road victory this season, having earned all their wins on home turf at Ludwig Field.
Looking ahead, Maryland aims to bounce back from this defeat as they prepare to return home and face Illinois. Meanwhile, UCLA continues to build on its successful campaign, further establishing its presence in the conference as a formidable contender.
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Additional Resources
- UMTerps: UCLA Recap
- Wikipedia: UCLA Bruins Women’s Soccer
- Testudo Times: Maryland Edged by UCLA
- Google Search: Maryland Women’s Soccer
- UCLA Bruins: Winn Gives UCLA Win
- Google Scholar: Women’s Soccer
- DBK News: Maryland vs UCLA Recap
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
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