Short-Handed Hawkeyes Draw Versus Nebraska

IOWA CITY, Iowa – The No. 25 University of Iowa women’s soccer team played Nebraska to a scoreless draw Sunday afternoon at the Iowa Soccer Complex.

With the draw, Iowa moves to 5-2-2, while Nebraska moves to 2-2-4.

Defender Millie Greer received a red card in the 25th minute, forcing the Hawkeyes to play with 10 players for the final 65 minutes. Iowa entered halftime scoreless with Nebraska after recording seven shots in the opening 45 minutes.

Nebraska held advantages in shots, 19-13, and corner kicks, 7-5, but Iowa’s defense held firm despite playing shorthanded. Goalkeeper Braelynn Galt recorded a season-high seven saves to preserve the clean sheet, while Nebraska goalkeeper Avery Gillahan finished with five saves.

"I'm a little disappointed in terms of the result." said Iowa head coach Dean Ward. "But I couldn't be prouder of this team for their fight, determination and togetherness on a Sunday after a road game. Both gsames were physical but that just showed what we're all about."

Forward Kylie Cino paced the Hawkeye attack with four shots.

OF NOTE…

• Nebraska’s 19 shots are the most allowed by the Hawkeyes this season.
• Galt’s seven saves mark a season high.
• Iowa played the final 65 minutes with 10 players following Greer’s red card.
• Sara Batchadji logged her fifth 90-minute match of the season, while Julia Freedwent the distance for the first time this season.

UP NEXT
No. 25 Iowa hosts Illinois on Friday at the Iowa Soccer Complex. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. (CT). The match will stream live on B1G+, a paid subscription service. Admission is free.