Twitter Reaction: Pitt women headed to Sweet 16 after Ellie Coffield’s game-winner ends Arkansas’ 32-match home unbeaten streak

The Pitt Panthers defeated the Razorbacks, in Fayetteville, on Friday night with a 4-3 final.

And, yes, as the score indicates, and Rachael Kriger reported, the match was a back-and-forth-affair, with the game-winning goal coming Ellie Coffield’s header that emanated from a Sarah Schupansky corner kick.

Pitt women take down No. 2 Arkansas in Round of 32 thriller, 4-3

The Panthers will now face Memphis in the Round of 16, on Sunday (7:30 p.m. kickoff).

The big win generated plenty of reaction on Social Media from soccer fans in Pittsburgh, and beyond.

Twitter Reaction (Pitt defeats Arkansas in NCAA Tournament Second Round) 

@elliecoffield1 is the hardest worker I’ve ever met. Her attitude on and off the field is contagious. I’m so grateful to call her my teammate and friend. Tonight was just one representation of her work paying off. So proud of you Ellie. LET’S KEEP GOING @Pitt_WSOC !!!! 🤩💙 https://t.co/3SHEBKYLSP pic.twitter.com/XCV5Ly444Z

— Sarah Schupansky (@sarahschupansky) November 18, 2023

W⚽️⚽️⚽️ *PITT* Sooie! 🐖

Down go the Razorbacks, thanks to a dynamic #WPIALSoccer duo!

PSN's @RachaelKriger recaps all the drama of the latest in a line of signature wins for @Pitt_WSOC in the postseason: https://t.co/mlPTGm7sTh

— Pittsburgh Soccer Now (@pghsoccernow) November 18, 2023

I’m just gonna leave this here! @ashtonkgordon left it all out on the pitch against her former side. What a game! @Pitt_WSOC #H2P https://t.co/NlonjCLXOC

— Rachael Kriger (@RachaelKriger) November 18, 2023

Panthers keep dancin' 🎶#NCAASoccer x @Pitt_WSOC https://t.co/ZK1w55oTkR pic.twitter.com/1kCvcI3v7r

— NCAA Soccer (@NCAASoccer) November 18, 2023

What a gutsy performance tonight by @Pitt_WSOC. Continuing to prove everyone wrong and doing so with grace. So proud of the way we fought in that environment tonight. Once again an incredible performance from @elliecoffield1! Hail to Pitt 💙💛 https://t.co/XHWUcJtXbo

— Landy Mertz (@landy_mertz) November 18, 2023

COFFIELDDDDDDD OH MY! @Pitt_WSOC TAKES A 4-3 LEAD WITH 1:25 LEFT ON THE CLOCK!!!!!

— Rachael Kriger (@RachaelKriger) November 18, 2023

THEY DID IT! SWEET 16! That was probably the highest-quality women’s soccer match and biggest win in program history.

👏 @CoachWaldrum @Pitt_WSOC #H2P

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— RJ Sepich (@RJSepich) November 18, 2023

Pitt was significantly under-seeded, and the fact that it was one of the best ACC teams all season long makes this result unsurprising.

Make that back-to-back Sweet 16 trips for @CoachWaldrum and @Pitt_WSOC.

Also, Ellie Coffield is absolutely an All-ACC caliber player. https://t.co/M0Gxs44ZWP

— Jason Earle (@JasonEarle23) November 18, 2023

NEXT STOP → ROUND OF 16#NCAASoccer pic.twitter.com/nQbWeTvCWQ

— NCAA Soccer (@NCAASoccer) November 18, 2023

Mars’ football season may have ended tonight, but former Planets star Ellie Coffield sent the Pitt women’s soccer team into the Sweet 16 with a pair of goals late in the second half — one to tie it and one to win it.

What a year it’s been for @elliecoffield1 and the Panthers! https://t.co/TokTXqoL2T

— Steve Rotstein (@SteveRotstein) November 18, 2023

Can’t stop us from dancing 💃#H2P pic.twitter.com/oz5Nuzy0Va

— Pitt Women's Soccer (@Pitt_WSOC) November 18, 2023

76’ | Absolute BANGER from @elliecoffield1 to tie things up 🔥

PITT – 3, ARK – 3

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— Pitt Women's Soccer (@Pitt_WSOC) November 18, 2023

HAIL YES!!!! SO proud of this entire @Pitt_WSOC team filled with heart, talent and never give up attitude!! Grateful for our coaches who have built a program we are all proud of! #KeepDancing #H2P https://t.co/GAFIRbfdyn

— Heather Lyke (@Pitt_LykeAD) November 18, 2023

John Krysinsky

John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).