Concordia University Irvine’s men’s soccer squad earned a hard‑fought 3‑2 victory over Cal State San Marcos on Tuesday, a result that underscores the team’s early‑season resilience and depth.
Defender Jonathan Moreno opened the scoring in the 62nd minute, netting his first goal of the 2026 campaign, and later added two assists, the final one setting up the decisive strike that put the Golden Eagles ahead.
Key Moments and Player Highlights
Midway through the second half, David Garcia unleashed a long‑range effort that stretched the lead to 2‑0 in the 72nd minute, only for CSUSM to claw back after a penalty converted by Daniel Schembri in the 79th minute tied the game at 2‑2. The match also featured a mid‑game scuffle involving goalkeeper Sebastian Marin and Schembri, which reduced both sides to ten players and added a dramatic edge to the contest.
Forward Andy Jun, who had been quiet early, struck the winner in the 84th minute, his first goal of the season, while midfielder Gianluca Guimaraes and goalkeeper Rowan Johnson helped preserve the lead for the final six minutes, ensuring the narrow victory held.
Looking ahead, the Golden Eagles are scheduled to travel to Lakewood, Colorado, where they will meet Colorado Christian on Thursday, September 3rd at 10:00 a.m. PT, aiming to carry the momentum into their next test.