COLUMBUS, Ind. — Oakland City (IN) dismantled IU Columbus (Ind.) 6-0 on Thursday, delivering a dominant performance on the road. The visitors controlled the match from start to finish, outshooting the hosts 24-1 to secure a commanding conference victory.
Cassandre Thuillier opened the scoring in the 41st minute, assisted by Pauline Vinciguerra. Lena Poulain extended the lead to 2-0 at the 45:45 mark with an unassisted goal. Jana Mueller scored twice in rapid succession, netting at 56:50 and 65:44, with the second goal assisted by Norka Fergusson. Berta Del Hoyo Borrell added two goals of her own, first at 56:50 with Mueller providing the assist, then again at 83:59 with Alex Ortiz setting up the final tally.
Oakland City's offensive firepower proved overwhelming throughout the contest. Mueller's two-goal performance highlighted the visitors' attacking depth, while the defense held IU Columbus to just one shot attempt. The road team advances with the decisive victory, while IU Columbus searches for answers after the lopsided defeat.