Wittenberg Edges Past Wabash With Late Goal
Asher Donahue scored in the 74th minute to secure a 1-0 victory for Wittenberg at Fischer Field.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Soccer
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Wittenberg University defeated Wabash College 1-0 on Thursday after a scoreless first half. The win was sealed when Asher Donahue found the back of the net in the 74th minute of play.
Why it matters
The result alters the conference standings as both programs continue their regular season campaigns. Wittenberg now holds a 6-5-5 overall record, while Wabash falls to 10-7-1.
Wittenberg maintained a narrow offensive edge with 17 total shots, while Wabash goalkeeper Rafael Cordova recorded eight saves during the contest. Wabash managed a 12-7 advantage in second-half shots but failed to convert.
The players
Asher Donahue
He is the Wittenberg University player who scored the game-winning goal in the 74th minute.
Rafael Cordova
He is the Wabash College goalkeeper who recorded eight saves during the match.
Gaberial Rahm
He is the Wittenberg University player who provided the assist on the game-winning goal.
The details
Despite a late-game offensive surge from Wabash that included a 5-2 advantage in second-half corner kicks, the team could not overcome the tie broken by Donahue. Gaberial Rahm provided the decisive assist for Wittenberg in the 74th minute.
Timeline
The match between Wittenberg and Wabash took place on October 24, 2026.
The game-winning goal was scored in the 74th minute.
Wabash College is scheduled to play Denison University on October 28, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This victory moves Wittenberg to 3-3-1 within the conference as they jockey for position in the final weeks of the season. Conversely, the loss puts Wabash at 1-5-0 in conference play, significantly impacting their path toward the postseason.
Wabash College will look to improve their 1-5-0 conference record in their upcoming match against Denison. Wittenberg will attempt to build upon this win to improve their 6-5-5 overall standing as the season concludes.
The takeaway
Close matches in the conference often come down to late-game opportunities and goalkeeper performance. Efficiency in finishing remains the most critical factor for programs looking to secure a winning record in league play.
What happens next
Wabash College is scheduled to face Denison University in their next matchup on October 28, 2026.
Further reading
For more on local matches and conference standings, visit our Soccer page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Journal Review.
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