Emmanuel Marin scored a decisive goal in the 87th minute to lead the Oxnard College men’s soccer team to a 1-0 road victory over Allan Hancock College on November 6, 2026, in Santa Maria, California. The goal, assisted by Angel Ortiz at 86:55, broke the scoreless tie and secured the late-game winner.
Goalkeeper Eric Aguirre played a crucial role by recording seven saves, including five in the second half, to preserve a shutout for the Condors. Despite Allan Hancock putting seven of their ten shots on target, Aguirre’s performance kept the Bulldogs off the scoreboard.
Oxnard held a slight advantage throughout the contest, finishing with a 12-10 edge in shots and leading 7-3 in corner kicks. With the victory, Oxnard improved their overall record to 6-5-5 and moved to 4-2-2 in conference play. Allan Hancock fell to 9-9-2 overall and 3-6-0 in conference play.
CSB Take
Oxnard College’s narrow 1-0 win demonstrates how critical timely scoring and strong defensive efforts are in competitive conference men’s soccer matches. Emmanuel Marin’s late goal was the product of persistent offensive pressure, complemented by Eric Aguirre’s seven saves that showcased defensive resilience. This victory enhances Oxnard’s standing in the league and provides momentum for their upcoming schedule against conference opponents.
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