Bryan-College Station, Texas, September 22, 2025
News Summary
In a thrilling match in Bryan-College Station, No. 10 Arkansas Soccer secured a 1-0 victory against Texas A&M, making it their third win in SEC play. Freshman Vailana Tu’ua scored the winning goal early in the match. Despite being outshot by the Aggies, Arkansas displayed remarkable defensive strength, led by their defense and goalkeeper Evie Vitali, who made crucial saves. This victory keeps Arkansas tied for first place in the SEC. The Razorbacks now look ahead to their next matchup against Ole Miss.
Bryan-College Station, Texas
No. 10 Arkansas Soccer achieved a 1-0 shutout victory against Texas A&M on Sunday, marking their third win in Southeastern Conference (SEC) play. The match took place in Bryan-College Station, where freshman Vailana Tu’ua scored the decisive goal in the 11th minute, solidifying Arkansas’s current record of 5 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws (5-2-2). This win places Arkansas tied for first place in the SEC alongside Georgia.
Tu’ua, who has recently earned the title of SEC Freshman of the Week, displayed her skill when she deflected a shot from midfielder Kennedy Ball at the 18-yard box into the six-yard box before finding the net with her left foot. This marked Tu’ua’s third goal of the season in SEC matches. Despite Arkansas being outshot 10-4 by Texas A&M, the Razorbacks’ defense held firm for the remainder of the match, effectively shutting down A&M’s opportunities.
The Arkansas defense, led by defenders Dejionee Anderson and Avery Wren, was crucial in thwarting several counterattacks from Texas A&M. The Aggies’ most significant opportunity came in the 88th minute, when forward Kaylee Noble had a powerful shot that was successfully saved by Arkansas goalkeeper Evie Vitali. This match marked Vitali’s first start in SEC play for Arkansas.
Arkansas now has three clean sheets this season, with the most recent coming in the game against A&M, also representing their first clean sheet in SEC play. This victory reflects Arkansas’s ongoing development as they learn to win matches effectively, as highlighted by their coach. Arkansas’s next matchup will be against Ole Miss on Friday, September 28, starting at 6:30 p.m., and will be streamed live on SEC Network+.
As the Razorbacks continue their strong performance in SEC play, they will aim to maintain their momentum in the upcoming match against Ole Miss, further solidifying their position in the standings.
Arkansas Soccer Standings
- Arkansas Record: 5-2-2 (3-0-0 SEC)
- Texas A&M Record: 3-4-3 (0-3-0 SEC)
Match Details
- Goal Scorer: Vailana Tu’ua (11th minute)
- Shots: Arkansas 4 – Texas A&M 10
- Shots on Target: Arkansas 1 – Texas A&M 1
Upcoming Matches
- Arkansas vs. Ole Miss – September 28, 6:30 p.m. (Stream: SEC Network+)
FAQ Section
What was the final score of the Arkansas vs. Texas A&M soccer match?
Arkansas won the match 1-0 against Texas A&M.
Who scored the only goal in the match?
Freshman Vailana Tu’ua scored the only goal in the 11th minute.
When is Arkansas’s next soccer match?
Arkansas will play against Ole Miss on September 28 at 6:30 p.m.
Key Match Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Match Result | Arkansas 1 – Texas A&M 0 |
| Goals | Vailana Tu’ua (11′ |
| Shots | Arkansas: 4; Texas A&M: 10 |
| Shots on Target | Arkansas: 1; Texas A&M: 1 |
| Next Match | Against Ole Miss on September 28 at 6:30 p.m. |
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Additional Resources
- Arkansas Razorbacks Official
- Wikipedia: Arkansas Razorbacks
- Whole Hog Sports
- Google Search: Arkansas Razorbacks
- 12th Man Official
- Google Scholar: Arkansas Razorbacks Soccer
- UA Traveler Sports
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Arkansas Razorbacks
- 12th Man Pre-Match
- Google News: Arkansas Razorbacks
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