News Summary
The UCLA women’s soccer team achieved a commanding 3-0 victory over No. 5 Iowa at Wallis Annenberg Stadium, boosting their record to 9-4-2. After a tough stretch, the Bruins showcased resilience by scoring the quickest goal of the season just two minutes in. The match shifted dramatically when Iowa’s Sofia Bush received a red card, leaving her team at a disadvantage. With relentless offense and solid defense, UCLA took control, scoring three goals, including one from freshman midfielder Grace Shank for her first college goal, allowing the Bruins to build momentum for upcoming matches.
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The UCLA women’s soccer team achieved a dominant 3-0 victory over No. 5 Iowa on October 19, 2025, at Wallis Annenberg Stadium, improving their overall record to 9-4-2 and a Big Ten record of 5-2-2. This win ended a three-game winless streak for the Bruins.
The match showcased an impressive start for UCLA, scoring their quickest goal of the season just 2 minutes into the match. Sophomore forward Kara Croone found the back of the net with an assist from redshirt senior midfielder Emma Egizii. The early goal set the tone for a commanding performance.
Controversy struck when Iowa’s midfielder Sofia Bush received a red card after a foul on freshman forward Payten Cooper, leaving Iowa with just 10 players for the remainder of the game. This numerical disadvantage further hindered their ability to mount an attack against the Bruins.
Statistical Highlights
The Bruin offense was relentless throughout the match, logging a season-high 31 shots, significantly surpassing their average of 13.7 attempts per game. Of these, 16 shots were on target. Impressively, 13 out of the 18 players who participated in the match registered at least one shot.
UCLA’s defense was equally effective, executing a “possess to defend” strategy that limited Iowa’s opportunities. The Hawkeyes managed to take only a single shot during the contest. The Bruins also dominated in corner kicks, recording 11 corners compared to Iowa’s 1 corner.
Key Goals
As the match progressed, UCLA extended their lead in the 60th minute when Val Vargas scored, capitalizing on a corner kick assist from Emma Egizii, bringing the score to 2-0. Freshman midfielder Grace Shank sealed the victory by scoring her first collegiate goal in the 74th minute, assisted by freshman midfielder Julia Molnar.
Coach’s Perspective
The victory was significant for the UCLA team, who have been focusing on rebuilding momentum ahead of the postseason. Head coach Margueritte Aozasa commended the team for their composure and effective play, reflecting the importance of this victory in their campaign. The Bruins have shown resilience and determination, making them a formidable contender as the season progresses.
Looking Ahead
With this decisive win against a highly ranked opponent, UCLA women’s soccer is poised to build on their momentum for the coming matches. The team aims to carry this performance into their future games as they approach the postseason, where every match holds crucial implications for their success.
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