Earlier this week, the New Haven men’s soccer team took on Assumption University on Tuesday, Sept. 26 and came away with a dramatic 4-3 win. They would stay at home for their next matchup with Franklin Pierce University on Saturday, Sept. 30. The Chargers were unable to get anything going offensively, dropping the contest in a 3-0 loss.

The first half saw the Ravens maintain possession of the ball as they applied consistent pressure with multiple shots on target. New Haven’s defense was able to hold off their attack and did not allow any of the shots go in the back of the net.

As the second half began, the Ravens stayed on the attack until the 59th minute when Franklin Pierce opened the scoring with a goal scored from defenseman Aitor Cuenca Retuerto. New Haven did not go down without a fight, but they were unable to get on the scoreboard as striker Younes Addar Khanoussi put Franklin Pierce ahead by two. Seven minutes before the referee blew the whistle to end the game, midfielder Antonio Lampreia Lima secured the victory with the team’s third goal.

Overall, the tactic for New Haven to defeat Franklin Pierce was to keep possession of the ball and to keep pressure on the opposing team. The Ravens’ attack was too strong for New Haven to handle, as they allowed 22 shots with three being on goal.

New Haven will be traveling to New York City this coming Wednesday, Oct. 4 and face off against Saint Rose College. The game is scheduled to kickoff at 4 p.m. as they look forward to bringing home three points. For more information you can go on NewHavenChargers.com.