Utah Soccer to Face Longtime Rival BYU
Utah Soccer to Clash with BYU in Prestigious Matchup
This highly anticipated rivalry match between the University of Utah and Brigham Young University is sure to be an exciting one. Utah Soccer is coming off a successful season in which they finished with a 12-5-2 overall record and made it to the second round of the NCAA Tournament. BYU, on the other hand, had a slightly less successful season, finishing with an 8-8-2 overall record and failing to make it to the NCAA Tournament. However, the Cougars are still a formidable opponent, and this match is sure to be a close one.
History of the Rivalry
The rivalry between Utah and BYU is one of the most intense in college soccer. The two schools are located just 40 miles apart and have a long history of competing against each other. The first match between the two schools was played in 1975, and Utah has held a slight edge in the series, winning 14 of the 27 matches played. However, BYU has won the last two matches, including a 2-1 victory in 2021.
Key Players to Watch
There are several key players to watch in this match. For Utah, midfielder Taylor Slattery is a key player. Slattery is a three-time All-Pac-12 selection and was named the Pac-12 Midfielder of the Year in 2021. For BYU, forward Ben Fogaerty is a key player. Fogaerty is a two-time All-WCC selection and was named the WCC Offensive Player of the Year in 2021.
What to Expect
This match is sure to be a close one. Utah is the higher-ranked team, but BYU has a lot of talent and is playing at home. The match is likely to be decided by which team can control the midfield and create chances. Utah has a slight edge in experience, but BYU is a young team with a lot of potential.
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