WKU Soccer made a late push but couldn’t overcome a two-goal deficit, falling 2-1 to Arkansas State on Sunday. The Red Wolves (3-1-2) scored early and added a second goal late in the match before the Hilltoppers (2-4-0) responded quickly, but they were unable to find the equalizer in the closing minutes.
How It Happened
Arkansas State got off to a fast start, scoring their first goal in just the fourth minute of play. Despite the early setback, WKU held their ground and matched the Red Wolves in shots during the first half, with each team recording four attempts.
In the second half, WKU increased the pressure, outshooting Arkansas State 6-3. However, the Red Wolves extended their lead in the 71st minute, going up 2-0. Just 36 seconds later, WKU’s Kayla Meyer responded by maneuvering past a defender in the box and scoring to cut the deficit to 2-1. Despite the late goal, the Hilltoppers couldn’t find the equalizer.
Notables
- Kayla Meyer’s goal was her fourth of the season and the 11th of her career.
- Georgia Liapis led the Hilltoppers with four shots, while Meyer contributed three.
- WKU outshot Arkansas State 10-7 overall, showing their offensive efforts late in the game.
Quotable
“For us, we haven’t been a team that’s been very good in the last several years where we’re down a goal or two goals. To be able to fight back and put ourselves in a position to possibly tie the game up was great,” said head coach Jason Neidell.
Next Up
WKU Soccer wraps up non-conference play on Thursday, Sept. 12, at the WKU Soccer Complex. It will be Senior Day for the Hilltoppers, with the match set to kick off at 7 p.m.
