No. 18 Wisconsin Men's Soccer Faces No. 10 UCLA at Home

Christopher Salazar, a freshman for Wisconsin, made a significant impact in his first collegiate start, scoring three goals against Lakeland in an 8-0 victory last Tuesday. His performance earned him Big Ten Freshman of the Week honors, making him the first freshman to achieve this since Dean Boltz in 2024.

Goalkeeper Judewellin Michel contributed to Wisconsin’s success with a standout performance, making two saves in a 1-0 shutout win against Rutgers. Michel was named Big Ten Goalkeeper of the Week for the second time this season, showcasing his skills as a key player for the team.

Scouting UCLA, the Bruins are currently fourth in the Big Ten standings and are riding a four-match winning streak. They recently defeated Westmont 5-1 and Ohio State 2-1, earning valuable conference points. Jaime Amaro leads the team with 13 points from five goals and three assists, while goalkeeper Ryan Tiltack holds a 1.08 goals against average and two shutouts this season.

Historically, Wisconsin holds a record of 1-1-1 against UCLA. Last season, the Bruins secured their first victory over the Badgers, winning 3-1 in Los Angeles, with Cristobal Porter scoring for Wisconsin. Wisconsin’s lone win against UCLA came in 2024 when they triumphed 4-1 in Madison.

Fans can attend the game for free at the McClimon Soccer Complex. The match will also be streamed on B1G+, and live stats will be available on the Badgers' men's soccer schedule at uwbadgers.com. Updates will be provided on social media via @BadgerMSoccer on X and @badgermsoccer on Instagram.

Following each home win, Badgers fans can join the team for autographs at the northwest corner of the field.