Laurynn Ziller saves penalty to preserve Arizona soccer's scoreless draw at Utah
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 4:50 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Arizona soccer goalkeeper Laurynn Ziller made a crucial save against Utah, preventing a last-minute loss in a match held in Salt Lake City on October 16. With only 25 seconds remaining, Ziller stopped a penalty kick from Ute Nevaeh Peregrina, securing a 0-0 draw for the Wildcats. The match was marked by Arizona's defensive strategies, particularly by junior Evie McCarthy, who strengthened the backline in the second half. Arizona maintained a strong defensive posture despite Utah outshooting them 12-5 overall. The Wildcats' record now stands at 5-5-5, with a Big 12 conference record of 2-1-4. They will next face No. 17 Colorado at home on October 22.
- •Ziller saved her fourth penalty kick of the season.
- •Arizona and Utah ended in a 0-0 draw.
- •The match featured late-game drama with a penalty awarded to Utah.
- •Arizona's shot count was limited to 5 compared to Utah's 12.
- •The Wildcats play No. 17 Colorado on October 22.
- 4:50 AMYahoo Sports — Laurynn Ziller’s heroic save prevents disastrous ending for Arizona soccer
"The Arizona goalkeeper saves her 4th penalty kick of the season
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