IOWA CITY, IOWA — #5 Wisconsin dismantled #4 Iowa 3-0 on Saturday in a dominant performance that showcased the Badgers' offensive firepower and defensive discipline. Playing in the 2025 Big Ten Championship, Wisconsin (13-4-2) controlled the match from start to finish, limiting the fourth-ranked Hawkeyes (11-4-4) to just three shots on goal while generating 12 attempts of their own.
Adee Boer opened the scoring in the 10th minute, assisted by Kiara Gilmore and Ella Ottey, giving Wisconsin an early advantage. Despite Iowa's attempts to equalize, the Badgers' defense held firm through the first half, with goalkeeper Drew Stover making key saves to preserve the lead entering halftime.
Wisconsin broke the match open after the interval. Brooke Allen extended the advantage to 2-0 in the 51st minute, capitalizing on Iowa's defensive vulnerabilities. Taylor Gordon sealed the victory with a third goal in the 73rd minute, putting the result beyond doubt.
The Badgers' dominance was evident in possession and territorial control. Wisconsin earned six corner kicks compared to Iowa's two, reflecting their sustained pressure throughout the contest. Maddie Ishaug and Jenna Baumann created multiple scoring opportunities, though several chances went begging as Wisconsin's finishing could have been more clinical.
Iowa's goalkeeper made nine saves to keep the deficit from ballooning further, but the Hawkeyes struggled to generate consistent offensive threats. Sofia Bush and Abby Skiff attempted to spark