In a closely contested soccer match on November 11, 2023, St. Thomas (Tex.) faced Occidental, resulting in a 2-1 victory for Occidental.
The first half was characterized by strong defensive plays from both teams, with limited scoring opportunities. St. Thomas (Tex.) managed to break the deadlock at 33:59 when Daniel Castro found the back of the net, capitalizing on an assist from Daniel Espinosa. This goal gave St. Thomas (Tex.) a 1-0 lead heading into halftime.
The second half brought increased intensity as Occidental fought back. At 52:24, the Tigers leveled the score at 1-1. The match became a battle of resilience and skill, with both teams striving for the decisive goal.
In the dying moments of the game, Occidental secured the victory at 88:36 when they scored an unassisted goal off a penalty kick rebound, putting his team ahead 2-1. Despite St. Thomas (Tex.)'s efforts to mount a comeback, Occidental's defense held firm.
Gustavo Otero, St. Thomas (Tex.)'s goalkeeper, also displayed skillful shot-stopping but faced challenges against Occidental's attacking prowess.
The match showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Occidental ultimately emerging triumphant with a 2-1 victory over St. Thomas (Tex.). The goals from Christian Corcoran and Oury Diane proved pivotal in securing the win for Occidental in this hard-fought soccer encounter.