Rams Men’s Soccer Rolls Past Imperial Valley with 3-1 Home Victory
Imperial Valley
2-4-0
1
Victor Valley
3-3-1
3
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
1 | 0 | 1 |
|
|
2 | 1 | 3 |
Team Stats
Scoring Summary
1st
- 16:51 -
Joseph Rosas
(Imperial Valley)
1st
- 39:41 -
Angel Valenzuela Arm
(Victor Valley)
1st
- 44:30 -
Alonso Lopez
(Victor Valley)
2nd
- 69:24 -
Dante Celis Sosa
(Victor Valley)
Game Leaders
Imperial Valley
G:
Joseph Rosas
- 1
A:
N/A
Sh:
Diego Padilla
- 6
Sv:
Team
- 6
Team Stats
| Game Statistics | Imperial Valley | Victor Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Shots (on goal) | 15 (8) | 20 (10) |
| Saves | 6 | 6 |
| Fouls | 10 | 11 |
| Corner Kicks | 0 | 3 |
| Offsides | 0 | 0 |
September 12, 2025
Victor Valley College Men's Soccer continued their strong start to the season with a 3-1 win over Imperial Valley College on Friday, September 12, 2025, at home. The Rams improved to 3-3-1 on the season with a performance that blended grit, creativity, and clutch finishing.
First-Half Fireworks
The match opened with intensity as Imperial Valley struck first in the 17th minute with an unassisted goal from Joseph Rosas.
But the Rams responded with poise and precision. In the 40th minute, Angel Valenzuela Armenta found the back of the net off a well-placed assist from Anthony Hernandez, leveling the score at 1-1.
Just five minutes later, Alonso Lopez delivered a moment of brilliance, scoring unassisted in the 45th minute to give VVC a 2-1 lead heading into halftime.
Second-Half Control
The Rams maintained control in the second half, keeping Imperial Valley's attack at bay. In the 70th minute, Dante Celis Sosa extended the lead to 3-1 with a composed finish assisted by Alonso Lopez.
Goalkeeper Emmanuel Lopez anchored the defense with 6 saves on 7 shots on goal, playing all 88 minutes and keeping the Rams comfortably ahead.
VVC Statistical Leaders
- Goals: Angel Valenzuela Armenta, Alonso Lopez, Dante Celis Sosa (1 each)
- Assists: Anthony Hernandez, Alonso Lopez
- Shots on Goal: Anthony Hernandez (2), Angel Valenzuela Armenta (2), Dante Celis Sosa (1), Alonso Lopez (1)
- Total Shots: VVC outshot Imperial Valley 20-15, with 10 shots on goal
- Corner Kicks: VVC led 3-0 in corners
- Fouls: VVC committed 11 fouls to Imperial Valley's 10, with yellow cards issued to John Patino, Dominic Castillo, and the VVC team
Game Summary
Victor Valley showed resilience after conceding early, responding with three unanswered goals and a disciplined defensive effort. The midfield, led by Anthony Hernandez and Alonso Lopez, controlled possession and created chances, while the back line and goalkeeper Emmanuel Lopez kept Imperial Valley from mounting a comeback.
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