University of Connecticut Athletics
University of Connecticut
Rutgers University
Huskies Return Home Wednesday for Matchup vs. Rutgers
10/26/2021 12:37:00 PM | Men's Soccer
STORRS, Conn.- The University of Connecticut men's soccer team (6-5-2, 2-4-2 BE) returns home for a Wednesday evening showdown against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. and the game will be streamed live on FloSports.
Last Time Out
UConn returns home following a tough 1-1 week which included a 1-0 victory over Seton Hall and a 2-1 loss vs. Providence. Sophomore Ben Awashie scored the game winner against Seton Hall, while Freshman Okem Chime netted his team leading fourth goal of the season in the loss to Providence.
Scouting the Scarlet Knights
Rutgers enters Wednesday's contest with a 8-4-2 overall record and a 2-4-1 mark in Big 10 action. The Scarlet Knights are traveling to Storrs following a 2-1 loss to the University of Michigan. Freshman Nico Rosamilia leads the way for Rutgers with 3 goals and 1 assist in 14 games.
Matchup History
UConn and Rutgers have a long history that dates back to 1982. The Huskies are 12-10-1 all time verse the Scarlett Knights with their last matchup being a 1-0 victory in 2013.
Up Next
The Huskies will be home vs. Xavier University October 30 for their final home match of the season. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium.
