In a shocking turn of events, a fistfight broke out between two players during a Rutgers vs. UMass women’s soccer match. Senior Gia Girman from Rutgers and senior Ashley Lamond from UMass were involved in the altercation, which resulted in both players being sent off the field. The incident occurred in the 55th minute of the game after Girman was called for a foul and Lamond attempted to pick up the ball near her feet.
The confrontation escalated quickly, with the players shoving each other, throwing punches, and pulling hair as they fell to the ground. Teammates intervened to separate the players, but both Girman and Lamond were issued red cards, leaving their teams to finish the match with 10 players each. The game ended with UMass claiming victory with a 1-0 score.
The post-match report from Rutgers referenced a “scrap” in the 55th minute, and a school spokesperson confirmed that the athletic department was aware of the incident but had no further comment at the time. This unexpected and violent altercation is a stark departure from the usual sportsmanship and fair play seen in collegiate soccer matches. With the start of the Premier League season, this incident serves as a reminder of the passion and intensity that can sometimes spill over in the world of soccer, even at the collegiate level.
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