Cal State LA Golden Eagles men’s soccer team secured a 1-0 victory over Westmont College Warriors on September 12, 2026, at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California, improving to a perfect 5-0 start in the CCAA and NCAA Division II season.
Jose Lopez scored the game-winning goal at 74:26, breaking the scoreless deadlock. Goalkeeper Abraham Ramirez recorded a shutout with three saves, crucial in preserving the slim margin of victory. Cal State LA outshot Westmont 10-6, including an 8-3 advantage in shots on goal and a 6-3 edge in corner kicks.
Lopez led the Golden Eagles with four shots all on goal. Other notable contributors included Allan Rosales with three shots, along with Orlando Erazo, Oscar Haglund, and Jose Mariscal each recording a shot on target. Westmont fell to 2-4-1 following the loss.
Following the win, Cal State LA moved up 17 spots from No. 25 to No. 8 in the United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division II national poll, underscoring their rising stature in the division.
The Golden Eagles will begin home conference play on September 18 against Cal Poly Pomona, continuing a challenging schedule through October.
CSB Take
Cal State LA’s tight 1-0 win over Westmont demonstrates a disciplined defense paired with effective finishing. Jose Lopez’s timely goal and Abraham Ramirez’s solid goalkeeping highlight the team’s balanced approach on the field. Their climb to No. 8 in the national rankings reflects the Golden Eagles’ potential to be strong CCAA contenders as they enter conference play.
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