Monterey Bay FC Ended Road Winless Streak
Monterey Bay FC defeated Orange County 2-1 to snap a 26-game winless streak on the road in Irvine.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Soccer
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Monterey Bay FC secured a 2-1 victory over Orange County on October 3, 2026, at Championship Soccer Stadium. The result concluded a lengthy 26-game road winless streak for the team, dating back to March 22, 2025.
Why it matters
The win marks a rare high point for Monterey Bay FC during a difficult season where the club has already been eliminated from postseason contention. Despite the victory, the team maintains a challenging 5-16-6 record with only three matches remaining.
Jacob Jackson stopped eight shots on goal to anchor the defense during the win. Monterey Bay FC secured the result while outshooting their opponents 14-12.
The players
Sebastian Lletget
He is a professional soccer player who scored a pivotal penalty and provided the assist for the winning goal.
Zachary Farnsworth
He is a professional soccer player who scored the deciding goal for Monterey Bay FC.
Jacob Jackson
He is the goalkeeper for Monterey Bay FC who recorded eight saves during the match.
The details
Sebastian Lletget leveled the match with a penalty kick in the 61st minute before assisting Zachary Farnsworth for the winning goal in the 65th minute. Defenders Joel Garcia, Stuart Ritchie, and Quinton Elliot held the line after Orange County converted an early penalty in the fifth minute.
Timeline
March 22, 2025: Monterey Bay FC recorded its previous road victory.
October 3, 2026: Monterey Bay FC defeated Orange County 2-1 in Irvine.
The Big Picture
This win marks a departure from the 26-game road winless pattern established since the previous win in 2025. The result provides a rare morale boost for the squad amidst a challenging campaign that has seen them fall out of the postseason race.
Monterey Bay FC holds a 5-16-6 record and has been eliminated from playoff contention. The team will play its final three matches of the season to determine their final standing in the league table.
The takeaway
The win serves as a testament to defensive resilience after the team recorded 27 clearances throughout the match. Fans should note that despite this result, the club is already focused on rebuilding for the following season after failing to secure a playoff spot.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Sacramento Bee.
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