Nebraska Falls to No. 18 Alabama on Sunday

LINCOLN, Neb. – Nebraska applied pressure throughout but could not capitalize, falling to No. 18 Alabama, 2-0, on Sunday afternoon in non-conference soccer action at Hibner Stadium.

The Huskers (1-1-2) outshot the Crimson Tide (4-0-0) by a commanding 22-to-5 margin but could not find the back of the net.

Nebraska had multiple opportunities in both halves but could not finish with a goal. Ella Rudney and Nathalie Lewis led the Big Red with four shots apiece, including an unsuccessful penalty kick from Rudney early in the second half.

Ashley Roni posted a brace for Alabama, recording a goal less than two minutes in the game before adding another score in the 53^rd minute. Madi Munguia got the start at goalie for Alabama, notching five saves.

Nebraska also outpaced Alabama in corner kicks (10-2) and fouls (19-11).

The Huskers will wrap up their four-game homestand on Thursday, Aug. 27, against the Omaha Mavericks. Kickoff from Hibner Stadium is set for 7 p.m. (CT), with streaming available on B1G+.