No. 7 Arkansas downs the Commodores in OT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Arkansas soccer (11-2-0, 6-0-0 SEC) defeated Vanderbilt in additional time (6-6-2, 3-2-1 SEC), 1-0, for its eleventh straight victory, extending this system’s longest win streak.

The way it Occurred

There have been loads of possibilities within the 90-minute regulation interval, however neither crew might break the seal.

The Razorbacks’ closest probability within the first half got here after a free kick from sophomore Emilee Hauser that discovered the top of senior Taylor Malham for a shot on purpose. The Hogs held the ‘Dores to just one shot within the first 45 minutes and compelled them to make 4 saves.

Arkansas and Vanderbilt traded photographs off the crossbar all through the second half, with the Hogs firing off a complete of seven photographs within the interval. The Commodores added strain with 5 photographs.

Arkansas additionally had 5 nook kicks within the interval. Defender Haley VanFossen took one within the fiftieth minute from the far aspect that linked with the top of sophomore Ava Tankersley, however was punched into the crossbar and out by the Vanderbilt keeper.

The Hogs had been despatched into their third additional time match of the yr after two late corners had been taken by senior Parker Goins.

It solely took three minutes into further time for the Hogs to safe their eleventh straight SEC street victory. Freshman Sophia Aragon discovered the ball at midfield, connecting with Goins above the penalty field, the place Goins beat two Vanderbilt defenders and the goalie, firing it throughout the grass and into the purpose for the win.

With the rating, Goins now has 102 factors, one away from tying Julie Williford (2000-03) at 103.

The Razorbacks completed the match outshooting the Commodores, 14-7. The Hogs have outscored their final eight opponents 38-5.

Hear It From Coach Hale

“Actually happy with this crew. What a giant efficiency. To go 3-0 on this stretch with every thing exhibits this crew’s character. So many gamers stepped up. This one felt good and deserved. We’ll get pleasure from this win tonight for positive.”

Subsequent Time Out

The Razorbacks return to Fayetteville to tackle the Missouri Tigers on Friday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. CT. The match will probably be streamed reside on SEC Community Plus.