FIU women’s soccer defeated Missouri State 1-0 on Oct. 25, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri, as Tuva Frejd Bark scored her first career goal in the 83rd minute. The victory gave FIU its second consecutive win and its second straight CUSA victory. It also marked the Panthers’ third conference win of the season.
The match remained scoreless through the opening 45 minutes. FIU recorded five shots and four shots on goal in the first half, while Missouri State produced six shots and four shots on goal. Neither team found the net before halftime.
FIU finally broke through in the 83rd minute when senior Adria Kitzinger sent a cross into the box for freshman Tuva Frejd Bark. Bark converted the chance for the first goal of her career. The assist was Kitzinger’s second of the season and gave her six points in the 2026 campaign.
FIU records third shutout
FIU held its lead over the final seven minutes to complete the victory. Goalkeeper Valery Restrepo made six saves on 14 shots faced as the Panthers recorded their third shutout of the season. FIU’s other shutouts came against Stetson and Jacksonville.
The win was FIU’s first over Missouri State and moved the series record to 1-0-1 in FIU’s favor. The teams previously met during the 2025 season. FIU will play its final regular-season match on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 1 p.m., during senior day.
FSB Take
FIU’s result was shaped by a late attacking connection and a strong defensive finish. Kitzinger’s service created the decisive opportunity, while Bark delivered the first goal of her career in the 83rd minute. Restrepo’s six saves and FIU’s third shutout secured the Panthers’ second consecutive victory and their second straight CUSA win.
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