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Game 5: Louisville Capitalizes on Arizona's Collapse in Eighth to Stay Alive in CWS with 8-3 Win

Louisville rallied with six runs in the eighth inning to beat Arizona 8-3 on Sunday in Omaha, keeping their hopes alive in the College World Series.
Arizona fell behind 3-1 in the early stages and faced elimination, holding onto a two-run advantage until Louisville's explosive six-run surge in the eighth inning turned the game around.
Louisville loaded the bases after two batters reached in the eighth, with Zion Rose hitting a two-run single and Kamau Neighbors driving in another run.
Coach Chip Hale acknowledged disappointment with how the game concluded, while Louisville coach Dan McDonnell emphasized the need for improved preparation and extended his congratulations to Arizona.
Louisville will face whichever team falls short in the Coastal Carolina vs. Oregon State game on Sunday night, with a spot in the semifinals on the line, keeping their championship bid alive.

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