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Bears earn historic win over Mizzou in women's soccer clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 11:17 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Bears earn historic win over Mizzou in women's soccer clash

Summary

Missouri State defeated Missouri 1-0 in Springfield, marking its first victory over the Tigers since 1996. Senior forward Lillie Rasmussen scored the decisive goal in the 85th minute after a scoreless game. Missouri State's defense held firm against Mizzou, which outshot the Bears 9-5 and hit the post multiple times. This win comes after the Bears faced three Power Four opponents to start the season. The victory adds historic significance to the Bears' performance against their in-state rival.

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By the Numbers

•Missouri State wins 1-0 against Missouri
•Lillie Rasmussen scores in the 85th minute
•First victory over Mizzou since 1996
•Missouri State had faced three Power Four teams
•Missouri outshot Missouri State 9-5

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11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Bears Make History, Take Down Mizzou for First Time Since 1996

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A piece of Missouri State Women’s Soccer history was just made. The Bears took down in-state rival Missouri, one-nothing, for their first win over the Tigers since 1996. And this one came down to the final minutes. With the game still scoreless late in the second half, senior forward Lillie Rasmussen delivered […]
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