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The Marquette University men’s soccer team defeated Milwaukee in a thrilling match to retain the Milwaukee Cup for the fourth year. After a scoreless first half, Marquette’s Grant Locker scored first, but Milwaukee equalized soon after. In a dramatic turnaround, Tristan Ronnestad-Stevens scored the winning goal, sealing the victory at 3-2. This win advances Marquette’s season record, showcasing their competitiveness ahead of upcoming matches, including a critical game against Seton Hall.
Milwaukee, WI – The Marquette University men’s soccer team triumphed over Milwaukee in a closely contested match on September 23, 2025, winning 3-2 and successfully retaining the Milwaukee Cup for the fourth consecutive year. This marks a significant achievement for Marquette, reinforcing their dominance in the local rivalry.
The match, held at Milwaukee’s home field, started with both teams unable to break the deadlock, concluding the first half with a score of 0-0. Despite a scoreless first half, Milwaukee managed to outshoot Marquette 7-5, securing a slight advantage in shots on goal with a 2-1 lead.
Just after halftime, Marquette found the net as Grant Locker scored the opening goal at 49:18, with assistance from Gabe Anguil. However, Milwaukee responded swiftly. Ryan Berghauer levelled the match in the 58th minute with a shot that narrowly evaded a defender and the Marquette goalkeeper.
Milwaukee then took the lead in the 78th minute when Jack Wagner scored a goal, assisted by Pavle Ivkovic and Angel Gongora, putting the score at 2-1 in favor of Milwaukee. Nonetheless, Marquette showcased resilience and equalized just two minutes later when Mads Horgoien found the back of the net in the 80th minute, assisted by Antonio Costabile and Kyle Bebej.
The game took a decisive turn in the 82nd minute when Tristan Ronnestad-Stevens scored the winning goal for Marquette. His goal, assisted by Mitchell Dryden and Gabriel Miranda from a corner kick, capped off a dramatic comeback for Marquette, sealing the game at 3-2.
This victory improves Marquette’s season record to 4-1-2, while Milwaukee endured their first home defeat since November 2023, showcasing the competitive nature of the match and the stakes involved.
Looking ahead, Marquette is set to host Seton Hall on September 27, 2025, with the match scheduled for 7 p.m. CT. Fans can catch the game via a streaming option on Marquette’s YouTube channel. Seton Hall comes into the match with a record of 3-2-3, having suffered a loss in their previous match against Princeton. The encounter against Seton Hall is critical for Marquette as they aim to maintain their momentum before entering Big East conference competition.
The Marquette men’s soccer team’s recent success against Milwaukee, paired with their upcoming challenges, underscores the team’s dedication and skill as they navigate their season.
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