Mississippi State defeats Texas A&M 2-1 in soccer

Mississippi State defeated the Texas A&M Aggies 2-1 in a highly physical soccer match featuring 43 total fouls. The Bulldogs secured an early advantage with two goals in the first half, scored by Kara Harris in the 21st minute and a second goal in the 25th minute following a rebound by Hailey Johnson.

Despite the early deficit, the Aggies mounted a second-half offensive surge, outshooting the Bulldogs 12-2 in the second period. Lucy Landherr scored her first career goal in the 54th minute to bring the score to 2-1. Texas A&M had several opportunities to equalize, including a header by Taylor Jernigan that struck the post and goal line before being cleared, and a late shot by Ireland Churchill that was saved by the Mississippi State goalkeeper.

The loss extends the Aggies' Southeastern Conference losing streak to six games.