(UW ATHLETICS) COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Wisconsin men’s soccer team picked up its first Big Ten win of the season, shutting out Ohio State (5-5-0, 2-2-0 Big Ten), 1-0, on the road Friday night. The Badgers (3-5-0, 1-3-0 Big Ten) took the lead early and held off the Buckeyes to secure the victory.
How It Happened:
Sophomore Matthew Zachemski gave the Badgers an early lead, scoring his third goal of the season in the sixth minute. Zachemski and Gianluca Del Priore capitalized on a two-on-one situation for what would be the game’s only goal.
Ohio State applied pressure throughout the match, outshooting Wisconsin 24-7 (8-3 on goal), but couldn’t find the back of the net. Sophomore goalkeeper Matisse Hébert made a season-high eight saves, including several in the final 10 minutes, to preserve the Wisconsin shutout.
Key Notes:
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Zachemski’s third goal of the season also marked his 15th career point at Wisconsin.
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Del Priore’s assist was his second as a Badger.
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Hébert earned his second shutout of the season with a season-high eight saves.
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The 1-0 victory was Wisconsin’s first Big Ten win of the season, snapping a four-game losing streak.
Up Next: Wisconsin will have a quick turnaround as it hosts Milwaukee at the McClimon Soccer Complex on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. CT,
