MILWAUKEE, Wis. — #1 Milwaukee dismantled #5 Green Bay 4-0 on Saturday, delivering a decisive performance in the 2025 Horizon League Championship before 471 spectators. The Panthers, riding a three-game winning streak, controlled the match from start to finish, with Zoey Pagels and Kristina Karlof establishing early dominance before Lola Wojcik sealed the rout with two second-half goals.
Milwaukee's offensive onslaught began in the ninth minute when Pagels found the back of the net, giving the top-seeded Panthers an early advantage. Karlof doubled the lead in the 14th minute, and despite Green Bay's efforts to mount a comeback, the visitors could not penetrate Milwaukee's defensive structure. The first half ended with Milwaukee controlling possession and limiting Green Bay's scoring opportunities to just eight shots on goal.
Wojcik emerged as the match's most dangerous player in the second half, scoring twice to put the game beyond reach. Her first goal came in the 61st minute, assisted by Karlof and Ellie Rebmann, extending Milwaukee's lead to 3-0. Wojcik's second strike in the 82nd minute capped a dominant performance and left Green Bay searching for answers on both ends of the field.
Green Bay, which entered the championship on the strength of a 3-1 victory over #4 Wright State and a 2-1 upset of #2 Northern Kentucky, could not replicate that form against the league's top team. The Phoenix managed eight shots on goal but faced a Milwaukee defense that recorded eight saves and limited clear-cut chances throughout the 90 minutes.
Milwaukee's balanced attack proved too much for Green Bay's backline. The Panthers attempted 15 shots overall and converted at a higher efficiency rate, demonstrating the gap between the conference's elite and mid-tier programs. Both teams earned four corner kicks, but Milwaukee's execution in transition and set-piece situations proved decisive.
The only disciplinary action came in the 87th minute when Jenni Andjelic received a yellow card for unsporting conduct. The late-match caution had no bearing on the outcome, as Milwaukee's victory was never in doubt after halftime.
This comprehensive victory underscores Milwaukee's credentials as a national championship contender. The Panthers' 13-4-3 record reflects consistent excellence, while Green Bay's 8-9-4 mark illustrates the competitive depth within the Horizon League.