Women's Soccer Takes On No.19 North Carolina

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt women's soccer team (5-6-2, 1-4-0 ACC) remains in the Triangle this weekend to face No. 19 North Carolina (8-4-0, 2-2-0 ACC) on Sunday, Oct. 5, at Dorrance Field. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m.

Opening Kick

Pitt looks to snap a two-game losing streak after setbacks against SMU and Duke.
Sunday's contest marks the Panthers' second-straight matchup against a top 20 opponent. Pitt narrowly fell to the Tar Heels, 1-0, in their most recent meeting at Ambrose Urbanic Field.
Freshman Katie Ellermeyer leads the team with six goals on the season, including the game-winner at Boston College. She ranks 21st nationally and second in the ACC in game-winning goals (3), trailing only UNC's Olivia Thomas (4).
Senior Margaret Wilde has been a consistent offensive contributor, with three goals and an assist across seven starts. She leads the team in shots on goal (15) and played a key role in the Panthers' win over BC.
The back line continues to provide stability, anchored by Olivia Lee and Sage Stelzer. Lee has played every minute of Pitt's 13 matches this season and leads the team with 1,170 minutes on the pitch.

Scouting the Opponent

North Carolina comes into the matchup off a 3-1 home win over Boston College. Thomas opened the scoring, while Kate Faasse added a brace late to seal the result.
The Tar Heels are 2-2 in ACC play, with losses to No. 7 Florida State and No. 2 Notre Dame.
Carolina boasts a balanced attack, with nine different goal scorers this season. Thomas leads the way with 10 goals and three assists.

How to Watch

Sunday's match will be streamed live on ACC Network, with Matt Krause and Kacey White on the call from Chapel Hill.

Women's Soccer Takes On No.19 North Carolina

Players Mentioned

Katie Ellermeyer

Olivia Lee

Sage Stelzer

Margaret Wilde

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