Hartford Athletic heads to Indianapolis looking for their first win of the season. Here's what you need to know:
HARTFORD ATHLETIC at INDY ELEVEN
Date: Saturday, March 30
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
Streaming: ESPN+
Local TV: None
Where to Watch:
Thomas Hooker Brewery at Colt, 140 Huyshope Ave, Hartford
City Steam Brewery and Cafe, 942 Main St, Hartford
TK's American Cafe, 255 White St, Danbury
2nd Bridge Brewing Co., 642 Hilliard St, Manchester
LAST TIME OUT:
Hartford Athletic took the early lead against the two-time defending champions Lousiville City FC. Athletic striker Jose Angulo whipped in a beautiful ball in the 6' to a sliding Jonny Brown who finished his first goal of the season.
Louisville City FC striker Luke Spencer answered in the 14' finishing a well-worked build up to even up the score 1-1. Athletic continued to create great chances throughout the first half only to see an unlucky deflection by defender Sem De Wit hit the back of the Hartford net for an own goal in the 33'.
After returning from the locker room for the second half, Hartford Athletic created chance after chance throughout a dominant second half that was the best of the season for the young club. Athletic took the two-time defending champs to the wire but in the end came up just short falling 2-1.
WHAT ARE THEY SAYING:
PLAYERS TO WATCH:
Hartford Athletic – Kyle Curinga, DEF
Kyle Curinga is expected to make his first start for Hartford Athletic after recovering from a brutal ankle injury which cut short his 2018 season. The defense has needed a boost as Hartford has conceded 6 total goals in the first 3 matches, tied for tops in the league. Look for Curinga to contribute in a meaningful way against a powerful Indy Eleven offensive attack.
Indy Eleven – Dane Kelly, F
That Indy has scored 4 goals this season without a goal or an assist from Kelly is a monumental surprise. Kelly is the USL's all-time leader in goals scored with 68. The winner of the 2017 Golden Boot will be looking to get on the board for his new team as he continues to be the focal point of the offense.
ABOUT THE OPPONENT:
Indy Eleven enters the match with a record of 1-1-0. During the season’s first week, Indy fell to St. Louis FC 2-1. Two weeks ago, Indy recorded their first win of the season, 3-2 against Charlotte Independence. Indy jumped out to a 3-0 lead and held on after a late rally from Charlotte. Forward Thomas Enevelson, who was the runner up for the Golden Boot in 2018, scored the clinching goal for Indy.
FOLLOW ONLINE:
Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #INDvHFD
Hartford Athletic heads to Indianapolis looking for their first win of the season. Here’s what you need to know:
HARTFORD ATHLETIC at INDY ELEVEN
Date: Saturday, March 30
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
Streaming: ESPN+
Local TV: None
Where to Watch:
Thomas Hooker Brewery at Colt, 140 Huyshope Ave, Hartford
City Steam Brewery and Cafe, 942 Main St, Hartford
TK’s American Cafe, 255 White St, Danbury
2nd Bridge Brewing Co., 642 Hilliard St, Manchester
LAST TIME OUT:
Hartford Athletic took the early lead against the two-time defending champions Lousiville City FC. Athletic striker Jose Angulo whipped in a beautiful ball in the 6′ to a sliding Jonny Brown who finished his first goal of the season.
Louisville City FC striker Luke Spencer answered in the 14′ finishing a well-worked build up to even up the score 1-1. Athletic continued to create great chances throughout the first half only to see an unlucky deflection by defender Sem De Wit hit the back of the Hartford net for an own goal in the 33′.
After returning from the locker room for the second half, Hartford Athletic created chance after chance throughout a dominant second half that was the best of the season for the young club. Athletic took the two-time defending champs to the wire but in the end came up just short falling 2-1.
WHAT ARE THEY SAYING:
PLAYERS TO WATCH:
Hartford Athletic – Kyle Curinga, DEF
Kyle Curinga is expected to make his first start for Hartford Athletic after recovering from a brutal ankle injury which cut short his 2018 season. The defense has needed a boost as Hartford has conceded 6 total goals in the first 3 matches, tied for tops in the league. Look for Curinga to contribute in a meaningful way against a powerful Indy Eleven offensive attack.
Indy Eleven – Dane Kelly, F
That Indy has scored 4 goals this season without a goal or an assist from Kelly is a monumental surprise. Kelly is the USL’s all-time leader in goals scored with 68. The winner of the 2017 Golden Boot will be looking to get on the board for his new team as he continues to be the focal point of the offense.
ABOUT THE OPPONENT:
Indy Eleven enters the match with a record of 1-1-0. During the season’s first week, Indy fell to St. Louis FC 2-1. Two weeks ago, Indy recorded their first win of the season, 3-2 against Charlotte Independence. Indy jumped out to a 3-0 lead and held on after a late rally from Charlotte. Forward Thomas Enevelson, who was the runner up for the Golden Boot in 2018, scored the clinching goal for Indy.
FOLLOW ONLINE:
Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #INDvHFD
