The No. 2 Stanford Cardinal triumphed over the Cal State Fullerton Titans women’s soccer team with a narrow 1-0 victory on Sunday afternoon at Titan Stadium. The decisive goal came from Andrea Kitahata just three minutes into the match, scoring with Stanford’s first shot that eluded goalkeeper Ranson.
Ranson showcased her skills with a career-high 13 saves after facing a barrage of 27 shots from Stanford, who controlled a significant portion of the match in terms of possession and opportunities. The Titans only managed five shots throughout the game, with their defense working diligently to block or redirect many attempts.
Cal State Fullerton had a couple of notable chances to find the back of the net, including a close header that went wide in the 68th minute and a rushed shot that missed in the 83rd. The Titans will now prepare for an upcoming road challenge against the Cal Golden Bears on Thursday, August 29th, at 4:00 PM at Edwards Stadium in Berkeley, California.
Ranson’s impressive performance places her among the top goalkeepers in Titans history, as her 13 saves are tied for the fourth most in a game for a Titan goalkeeper. With a total of 204 career saves, she ranks fourth all-time for the Titans, aiming to surpass Laura Janke’s mark of 235.
Additionally, the Titans will be without a key player for upcoming games as she travels to Colombia to compete in the U-20 World Cup representing the Fiji U-20 National Team.
Fans interested in supporting the Titans can purchase tickets for athletic events by visiting FullertonTitansTickets.com or by contacting the Athletic Ticket Office.
For those unable to attend, all home events are available for streaming exclusively on ESPN+, offering high-quality production. Fans can also follow the Titans on various social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, as well as the women’s soccer team’s accounts.