Purdue soccer defeats No. 2 Michigan State 2-1 at Folk Field
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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Purdue soccer achieved a significant victory by defeating No. 2 ranked Michigan State 2-1 on October 12 at Folk Field. After conceding an early goal in the second minute, Purdue's Emilia Deppe equalized six minutes later. Irene Campo scored from the penalty spot shortly after halftime to secure the lead. With this win, Purdue improves to 12-1-2 overall and 6-1-1 in Big Ten play, strengthening their chances for NCAA Tournament qualification. They face Ohio State next Sunday in West Lafayette.
- •Purdue soccer improves to 12-1-2 this season.
- •Purdue's Emilia Deppe and Irene Campo scored the goals.
- •Purdue's last win over a No. 2 team was in 2007.
- •The team's next match is against Ohio State on October 15.
- •Purdue is now just two points behind Big Ten leaders.
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