Spartans rebound from loss to Michigan as they prepare for Nebraska and Washington

Michigan State women’s soccer suffered a first‑season loss to No. 20 Michigan on Sunday, dropping one spot in the polls but maintaining its No. 2 ranking. Head coach Jeff Hosler said the defeat was a wake‑up call that the team will use to fuel a heavy week ahead.

The Spartans will host Nebraska on Thursday and face No. 18 Washington on Sunday at DeMartin Stadium. Coach Hosler emphasized the importance of generating seven to nine high‑xG chances per game and capitalizing on one in three of those chances.

Defensively, Hosler highlighted the need to limit lapses after conceding three goals in seven minutes, noting sophomore defender Mackenzie Kruer’s growing role and the goalkeeping rotation between Noelle Henning and senior Bella Schopp.

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