Top-ranked Northwestern defeated No. 2 North Carolina 14-11, using a relentless offensive attack to pull away from the Tar Heels in a matchup that lived up to its billing. The Wildcats' three-goal margin told the story of a squad that kept answering every UNC push with poise and precision.
Northwestern improved to 19-3 on the strength of a balanced, attacking performance that never let the Tar Heels settle into rhythm. North Carolina, now 19-2, fought throughout but couldn't string together enough stops to close the gap when it mattered most.
For the Wildcats, this is the kind of statement win that sharpens a team for what's ahead. For the Tar Heels, the loss provides a clear blueprint of what needs tightening before the postseason grind begins.
Data via ESPN · Summarized by D1Ball's editorial engine from official statistics.
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