Huskies Stage Remarkable Comeback in Seven-Goal Rout of Seattle U
The Washington Huskies orchestrated a stunning turnaround to overwhelm cross-town rivals Seattle U 7-2 in a memorable clash at Seattle on Monday night, overcoming an early two-goal deficit with a relentless attacking display that saw them net seven unanswered goals.
The evening began in shocking fashion for the home supporters as Seattle U raced to an unexpected 2-0 lead within the opening quarter. Yeider Zuluaga silenced the crowd in the 9th minute with a clinical finish, before Allen Saye Blegay Jr doubled the visitors' advantage in the 24th minute, leaving the heavily-favored Huskies reeling.
However, what followed was a remarkable demonstration of Washington's offensive prowess, beginning with Connor Lofy's crucial strike in the 37th minute that sparked an extraordinary comeback. The goal seemed to awaken the sleeping giants, setting the stage for a devastating five-minute spell before halftime that would completely transform the contest.
Harrison Bertos leveled the score in the 42nd minute, and before Seattle U could regroup, Zach Ramsey put the Huskies ahead just sixty seconds later. The shell-shocked visitors had barely processed falling behind when Chad Sovde added a fourth on the stroke of halftime, completing a remarkable turnaround that saw Washington turn a two-goal deficit into a 4-2 lead in just eight minutes.
The second half proved equally commanding for the Huskies, who showed no signs of letting their opponents back into the contest. Egor Akulov extended the lead in the 64th minute, followed quickly by Charlie Kosakoff's effort two minutes later. Clarens Dollin's 82nd-minute strike provided the final flourish to a dominant display that saw Washington control possession and create chances at will, reflected in their superior corner count and shooting accuracy.
The victory, while emphatic in its final scoreline, served as a testament to Washington's resilience and offensive capabilities, turning what threatened to be an upset into a commanding statement win. For Seattle U, the evening served as a harsh reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in college soccer, as their promising start dissolved into a sobering defeat against their local rivals.