Michigan Comes Out on Top in Late-Game Frenzy, Defeating Villanova 2-1

Michigan comes out on top in late-game frenzy, defeating Villanova 2-1

Coming off two losses in its previous exhibition games, the Michigan women’s soccer team played as if those defeats were still weighing on its back, not making many significant moves as it played from behind against Villanova for most of the season-opening match. A late-game spark pushed the Wolverines (1-0) ahead of the Wildcats (0-1), and Michigan officially started its season on a high note with a 2-1 victory. Play was even for the first half…

Wildcats Drop Season Opener to Michigan - Villanova University

VILLANOVA, Pa. – After taking a one-goal lead following a scoreless first half, Villanova had two goals scored against it in the final 13 minutes, falling to Michigan 2-1 on Thursday afternoon at the Higgins Soccer Complex.