The Pacific men's soccer team achieved a remarkable comeback, overcoming a two-goal halftime deficit to defeat Utah Tech, 3-2. Under first-year head coach Andres Ochoa, the Tigers (1-1) rallied with three second-half goals after trailing 0-2 at halftime. Sophomore Edwin Moreno initiated the comeback, followed by freshman Fateh Singh and senior Massimo Erfani, who scored the decisive penalty kick. Despite being outshot, the Tigers capitalized on their chances and demonstrated a strong defensive performance in the final minutes.

By the Numbers
  • PACIFIC outshot Utah Tech 12-18 overall, but had 8 shots on target compared to Utah Tech鈥檚 7.
  • Pacific's goalkeeper Alejandro Caracheo Luna recorded 10 saves, 4 of which came in the second half.
Yes, But

While Pacific surged in the second half, the team's first-half performance raised questions about their initial preparedness and resilience against strong opposition.

State of Play
  • PACIFIC's comeback marks their first victory of the 2026 season.
  • The team recorded their second goal within two minutes of the first goal during the second half.
What's Next

Pacific will host their home opener against UC Davis on Thursday, Aug. 27, aiming to build on their momentum and continue their winning streak.

Bottom Line

This victory signals a potential turning point for Pacific under Coach Ochoa. Their ability to recover and secure a win may establish greater confidence moving forward in the season.