Springfield, Missouri, October 16, 2025
News Summary
The Western Kentucky University women’s soccer team secured a 4-3 victory against Missouri State, ending the latter’s 24-match unbeaten streak. Georgia Liapis scored two goals, while Lauren Alexander and Alyvia Walls added one each. This win elevates WKU’s season record to 7-4-2, as they move into second place in Conference USA standings. Head coach Jason Neidell celebrated the team’s resilience, particularly after coming back from behind twice in the match.
Springfield, Missouri – The Western Kentucky University (WKU) women’s soccer team achieved a thrilling 4-3 victory over Missouri State on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Allison South Stadium. With this win, WKU improved its season record to 7-4-2 and its conference record to 4-0-1 in Conference USA (CUSA).
This victory is significant as it ended Missouri State’s impressive 24-match unbeaten streak in conference play, which had been in effect since 2022. Georgia Liapis shone in the match, scoring two goals and bringing her season total to six goals. Additionally, Lauren Alexander and Alyvia Walls both scored, marking the first goals of their collegiate careers.
In total, all four of WKU’s goals were assisted, showcasing the team’s collaborative effort in attack. WKU head coach Jason Neidell expressed pride in the team’s resilience and ability to adapt, highlighting how they came from behind twice during the match.
Missouri State initially took control of the game, scoring first in the seventh minute through Julia Kristensen. WKU’s first shot on goal came from Maggie Bellair 10 minutes into the match, but it was goalkeeper Maddie Davis who kept WKU in the game, making two successful saves in the first half. Liapis scored her first goal after being assisted by Makenna Egan, and later found the net again from a corner set up by Danielle Lewin.
After Liapis’s goals, Missouri State equalized shortly afterward with a goal from Reilly Heman and regained the lead with another from Kristensen before halftime, taking the score to 3-2. The second half saw a tightening of defenses, with no shots on goal recorded for the first 29 minutes. In the 75th minute, Alexander struck back for WKU with an assist from Kora Kipley, tying the game at 3-3.
The decisive moment came in the 84th minute when Walls scored the game-winning goal, assisted by Liapis. Just before the end of the match, Davis made her sixth save, ensuring the victory for WKU.
With the win, WKU is currently in second place in the CUSA league standings with 13 points, just one point behind league leader Liberty. WKU now stands out as one of only two teams in CUSA without a loss in league play this season. The four goals scored in this match represent the highest number in a conference matchup since defeating Florida International University 4-3 in 2021. Davis’s performance in goal has been notable this season, with a total of 39 saves and an impressive save percentage of .813, ranking her third in CUSA.
Looking ahead, WKU will return to Bowling Green for two upcoming matches, starting with a contest against UTEP on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 7 p.m. from the WKU Soccer Complex.
FAQ
What was the final score of the WKU women’s soccer match against Missouri State?
The final score was 4-3 in favor of Western Kentucky University.
When did the match take place?
The match took place on Sunday, October 12, 2025.
How did this victory affect WKU’s season record?
This victory improved WKU’s season record to 7-4-2 and its conference record to 4-0-1 in Conference USA.
Who scored the goals for WKU in the match?
Georgia Liapis scored two goals, while Lauren Alexander and Alyvia Walls also scored, marking the first of their collegiate careers.
What was significant about this match?
The win ended Missouri State’s 24-match unbeaten streak in conference play, dating back to 2022.
What are the upcoming matches for WKU?
WKU will face UTEP on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 7 p.m. from the WKU Soccer Complex.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Match Date | October 12, 2025 |
| WKU Season Record | 7-4-2 |
| Conference Record | 4-0-1 in CUSA |
| Goals Scored | 4 (Liapis – 2, Alexander – 1, Walls – 1) |
| Significant Achievement | Ended Missouri State’s 24-match unbeaten streak |
| Upcoming Match | Against UTEP, October 16, 2025 |
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