Aruba Defeated Antigua and Barbuda in Nations League
Mishawn Molina scored a header in added time to secure a 1-0 win for Aruba in the Group B opening match.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Soccer
Aruba claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Antigua and Barbuda during their Concacaf Nations League C Group B opener. A late header from Mishawn Molina during added time proved to be the difference after he capitalized on an intercepted free kick.
Why it matters
This victory provides Aruba with an essential early-tournament advantage in the Group B standings. The result forces Antigua and Barbuda to regroup quickly ahead of their next scheduled contest.
The match resulted in a 1-0 victory for Aruba, decided by a header from Mishawn Molina during added time. The result concludes the opening match for both sides in the Concacaf Nations League C Group B.
The players
Mishawn Molina
He is the Aruba player who scored the game-winning goal.
Shahoi Dorsett
He served as the starting goalkeeper for Antigua and Barbuda during the match.
The details
Mishawn Molina secured the win by heading a free kick into the net from inside the penalty area during the game's final minutes. The opportunity arose after Antigua and Barbuda goalkeeper Shahoi Dorsett exited his line but failed to clear the ball.
Timeline
The match between Aruba and Antigua and Barbuda occurred on September 25, 2026.
Antigua and Barbuda are scheduled to face Anguilla on September 27, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Anguilla is set to play against Aruba on September 29, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win positions Aruba favorably within the early Group B competition of the Concacaf Nations League C. The result forces Antigua and Barbuda to gain points in upcoming matches to remain competitive for the group title.
Aruba gains three points toward the Group B table, while Antigua and Barbuda leave the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium with zero points. Antigua and Barbuda must now secure a win in their next match to preserve their standing in the group.
The takeaway
Late-match tactical discipline proved decisive in this low-scoring affair. Teams in Group C must prioritize defensive organization during stoppage time to avoid conceding critical points in the tournament.
What happens next
Antigua and Barbuda are scheduled to play Anguilla at 7 p.m. on September 27, 2026. Anguilla will subsequently face Aruba on September 29, 2026.
Further reading
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