CARY, N.C. – Title Showdown in Women’s College Cup Finals
The Division I Women’s College Cup finals feature a high-stakes matchup between North Carolina and Wake Forest today, December 9, at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, North Carolina. This championship clash, which crowns the national champion of NCAA women’s soccer, will kick off at 7 p.m. Eastern and broadcast live on ESPNU.
North Carolina, boasting a remarkable 21 national titles, seeks to reclaim the championship for the first time since 2012. After a stellar season, which includes a commanding 3-0 win over top-seeded Duke in the semifinals, the Tar Heels (21-5-0) are making their 28th appearance in a national championship game. Standout junior midfielder Kate Fassee, leading the nation with 20 goals and a remarkable seven game-winners, has been instrumental in their success.
Conversely, Wake Forest (16-3-4) is making its first appearance in a national title game after a historic run. The Demon Deacons advanced to the finals by overcoming No. 2 Stanford and defeating top-seeded USC in a thrilling penalty shootout. With impressive performances from players like Emily Morris, who scored the crucial goal against Stanford, Wake Forest has transformed its fortunes since missing the postseason the previous year.
The match promises intense competition, marked by North Carolina’s dominance in their recent rivalry, holding a 9-0-1 record over Wake Forest in the last ten encounters. Notably, both teams previously met this season, with the Tar Heels shutting out the Deacons.
For those looking to catch all the action, the game is available through various streaming services, including DirecTV Stream, FuboTV, Sling TV, and ESPN Plus. As anticipation builds for this championship showdown, fans are eager to witness which team will etch its name in NCAA history.
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