The Villanova Wildcats are set to take on the Marquette Golden Eagles this Saturday. The teams will meet at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, where the game is scheduled to tip off at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time. This matchup is pivotal for both teams within the BIG EAST Conference.
Game Details
- Teams: Villanova Wildcats vs. Marquette Golden Eagles
- Date: Saturday
- Location: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee
- Time: 2:30 p.m. ET
- Broadcast: TNT and TruTV
Wildcats’ Recent Performance
Villanova comes into this game with a record of 12-3 overall and 3-1 in the BIG EAST. Their last outing ended in a disappointing loss to Creighton, where they fell 76-72 despite a strong first half.
In that game, Duke Brennan led the Wildcats with 16 points and 12 rebounds. However, the team struggled defensively, allowing Creighton to shoot 66.7% in the second half. Brennan acknowledged the need for improvement on the defensive end, stressing the importance of positioning on the court.
Match History
Historically, the matchup has favored Marquette in recent years. Villanova’s last win against the Golden Eagles at Fiserv Forum was on February 21, 2025, with an 81-66 scoreline. Nevertheless, the Wildcats are aiming to break their five-game losing streak on Marquette’s home turf, where the Golden Eagles have averaged 79.6 points per game against them.
Marquette’s Status
The Golden Eagles come into this game with a record of 6-10 overall and 1-4 in the BIG EAST. They recently secured their first conference win, narrowly defeating Xavier 66-65. This victory may provide momentum as they prepare to host Villanova.
Upcoming Schedule
After facing Marquette, the Wildcats will return to Philadelphia to prepare for a Tuesday night clash against Providence. Their next home game is scheduled for January 17 at 8 p.m., where they will host St. John’s at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
As always, fans can tune in to support their teams on various platforms, including the Villanova Sports Radio Network and streaming services.
