PISCATAWAY, NEW JERSEY - The Rutgers men's soccer team continued their strong conference play with a convincing 4-2 victory over visiting Wisconsin on October 10, 2025. The Scarlet Knights (8-2-2 overall, 3-1-1 in Big Ten) have now won their last two games, building momentum as they head into their next matchup against Maryland.
The sold-out crowd at Yurcak Field was electric as the game got underway. Wisconsin came out strong, but it was Rutgers who struck first. In the 2nd minute, Camron Boumsong opened the scoring, finishing a beautiful cross from Devon Stopek. The early goal set the tone for a back-and-forth contest that saw both teams create scoring opportunities.
Wisconsin pushed hard for an equalizer, but Rutgers' defense held firm. The Scarlet Knights countered with a series of dangerous attacks, earning five corner kicks to Wisconsin's six. Their persistence paid off in the 50th minute when Roman Eisa scored his second goal of the season, assisted by Ola Arntsen and Aidan Martinez. Just three minutes later, Andrew Kitch made it 3-0, courtesy of a precise through-ball from Joschi Schelb.
The Wisconsin goalkeeper struggled to contain Rutgers' offense, and Nick Collins made it 4-0 in the 59th minute, again assisted by Joschi Schelb. The Badgers finally got on the board in the 72nd minute when Markie Hrvojevic scored, assisted by Roman Eisa and Ola Arntsen - an unusual own goal that still counted in Wisconsin's favor. Dan Karsten added a late consolation goal for Wisconsin in the 87th minute, but it was too little, too late.
Throughout the match, Rutgers dominated possession, outshooting Wisconsin 9-11 overall but making their chances count with 4 goals from 6 shots on target. Wisconsin, on the other hand, managed just 2 goals from 4 shots on target. The Scarlet Knights' efficient finishing was the difference-maker, as they capitalized on their scoring opportunities while Wisconsin's offense faltered.
Rutgers' victory was a testament to their growing strength in the Big Ten. With a 3-1-1 conference record, they're now firmly in contention for a top spot in the standings. Their next challenge comes in the form of Maryland, a team that's been tough to crack in recent years. Can Rutgers keep their winning streak alive?
The win marked Rutgers' eighth of the season, solidifying their position as a force to be reckoned with in the conference. Wisconsin, on the other hand, slipped to 4-6 overall and 1-4 in Big Ten play, extending their losing streak to one game. They'll look to bounce back against Michigan St. next time out.
The match statistics told the story of a closely contested game that Rutgers ultimately controlled. Despite being outshot 11-9 overall, the Scarlet Knights made their chances count, scoring four times to Wisconsin's two. The Badgers' goalkeeper made zero saves, while Rutgers' shot-stopper made four saves to deny Wisconsin any hope of a comeback.
The victory was a confidence booster for Rutgers as they head into the final stretch of their season. With their next game against Maryland looming, the Scarlet Knights will be looking to maintain their winning form and continue their push for a top spot in the Big Ten standings.
In the end, Rutgers' 4-2 win over Wisconsin was a statement victory that showcased their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. As they prepare to face Maryland next, all eyes will be on the Scarlet Knights to see if they can keep their winning streak alive.