Santa Clara University men’s soccer fell 1-0 to top-ranked Stanford University on September 15, 2026, at Cagan Stadium in Stanford, California. The only goal came late in the first half when Jayden Fitzgerald Boes redirected a shot with his right heel off an assist from Timothy Fortier in the 43rd minute.
Santa Clara goalkeeper Jackson Ozburn made five saves during the match, including crucial stops in both halves that kept the Broncos close. Santa Clara’s offense struggled in the first half, with Alen Begovic recording the team’s first shot in the 36th minute and nearly equalizing before halftime, only to be denied by Stanford goalkeeper Rowan Schnebly.
In the second half, Santa Clara improved ball movement and controlled the pace better but failed to convert scoring chances. Diego Jalleau and Will Wiersdorf each had shots in the final minutes, yet Stanford maintained their clean sheet. Santa Clara’s record dropped to 2-5-0, while Stanford remained undefeated at 7-0-1.
Head Coach Cam Rast said the team’s competitive approach and ball movement were encouraging but emphasized the need to translate those efforts into more goal-scoring opportunities. Yu Yokokawa made his first start of the season, and Itamar Efrat made his season debut off the bench.
CSB Take
Santa Clara University men’s soccer showed resilience against the top-ranked team with strong defensive play and improved second-half performance. The decisive late first-half goal highlights the need for the Broncos to capitalize on their possession and scoring chances. As they prepare to face San Diego State at home, sharpening offensive execution will be key to gaining momentum before conference play begins.
Source: Original report
