Nashville, Tennessee, September 26, 2025
News Summary
In a hard-fought match, the Vanderbilt University women’s soccer team fell to the University of Oklahoma, scoring three goals yet ultimately losing 4-3. Despite strong performances from players like Vivian Akyirem, Maci Teater, and Sydney Watts, Vanderbilt couldn’t secure a win against the ranked opponent. With a season record of 7 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw, Vanderbilt aims to regroup and prepare for upcoming games as they navigate through a competitive collegiate soccer season.
Nashville, Tennessee – The Vanderbilt University women’s soccer team suffered a close defeat to the University of Oklahoma, ranked No. 24, on September 21, 2025. This loss brings Vanderbilt’s season record to 7 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw (7-3-1 overall, 1-1-1 in conference play) while Oklahoma improves to 9 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw (9-2-1 overall, 1-2-0 in conference play).
The match saw a strong performance from Vanderbilt, who managed to score three goals but were unable to secure a win. The first goal of the game came from Vivian Akyirem, who found the back of the net in the 59th minute, marking her second goal of the season. This was quickly followed by a second goal from Maci Teater just two minutes later at 61:36, assisted by Courtney Jones, also Teater’s second goal of the season.
As the match progressed, Sydney Watts added a third goal for Vanderbilt in the 82nd minute, assisted by Ellett Smith, bringing her season total to six goals. Despite these efforts, the team was unable to fend off Oklahoma’s scoring, resulting in a hard-fought defeat.
This match was part of the ongoing collegiate soccer season in September 2025, where the competition level has been particularly steep. Vanderbilt faced a formidable ranked opponent in Oklahoma, whose strong performance in the season so far made it a challenging matchup. With this result, Vanderbilt will look to regroup and focus on their upcoming contests as they continue to navigate their season.
The Vanderbilt women’s soccer team has shown resilience and strength throughout the season, and despite the setback against a ranked opponent, they remain hopeful for future matches.
Vanderbilt Women’s Soccer Match Summary
- Date: September 21, 2025
- Opponent: University of Oklahoma
- Final Score: Oklahoma 4, Vanderbilt 3
Goals Scored by Vanderbilt
- Vivian Akyirem – 59:53 (2nd goal of the season)
- Maci Teater – 61:36 (2nd goal of the season, assisted by Courtney Jones)
- Sydney Watts – 82:03 (6th goal of the season, assisted by Ellett Smith)
Current Team Records
- Vanderbilt: 7-3-1 (1-1-1 in conference play)
- Oklahoma: 9-2-1 (1-2-0 in conference play)
Background on the Teams
Vanderbilt University’s women’s soccer team has been a competitive force in collegiate soccer. Coming into this match, they boasted a record of 7 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw. On the other hand, the University of Oklahoma women’s soccer team has been performing well this season, entering the match with 8 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, enhancing their reputation as a strong contender in collegiate soccer.
Upcoming Matches
Both teams will continue their seasons with anticipation as they face their next opponents. Vanderbilt aims to bounce back from this defeat as they strive to improve their standings in the conference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the Vanderbilt vs. Oklahoma match?
The final score was Oklahoma 4, Vanderbilt 3.
When did Vanderbilt score their first goal in the match?
Vanderbilt scored their first goal at 59:53 in the match.
Who were the goal scorers for Vanderbilt?
The goal scorers for Vanderbilt were Vivian Akyirem, Maci Teater, and Sydney Watts.
What was Vanderbilt’s record before the match?
Vanderbilt had a record of 7 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw (7-2-1) before the match.
What was Oklahoma’s record before the match?
Oklahoma had a record of 8 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw (8-2-1) before the match.
Key Features of the Match
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | September 21, 2025 |
| Vanderbilt Record Prior to Match | 7-2-1 |
| Oklahoma Record Prior to Match | 8-2-1 |
| Goals by Vanderbilt | 3 |
| Top Scorers | Vivian Akyirem, Maci Teater, Sydney Watts |
| Next Opponent for Vanderbilt | To be determined |
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Additional Resources
- Sooner Sports: No. 24 Sooners Drop Road Match at No. 17 Vanderbilt
- Wikipedia: Oklahoma Sooners
- Sooner Sports: Sooners Visit Vanderbilt
- Google Search: Vanderbilt women’s soccer
- Sooner Sports: No. 20 Sooners Blank Louisiana Tech 3-0
- Google Scholar: Collegiate Soccer
- Sooner Sports: Oklahoma Soccer Wins Bedlam Battle 4-1
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- Sooner Sports: Flurry of Goals Keys Sooners 4-1 Win Against Creighton
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