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Hartford Athletic ended the night on Saturday with a 1-1 draw against Ottawa Fury FC at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. 

Hartford had an energetic offensive start with some solid chances to score coming from Sebastian Dalgaard, Harry Swartz and Mads Jorgensen. Logan Gdula also hustled in the back line to make a great save on the defensive end.

Ottawa was able to put one on the board when Mour Samb was able to rebound off of a header in the box in the 22nd minute. 

Building off of the second half momentum, Hartford answers in the 47th minute with an incredible strike from Sebastian Dalgaard across the box to tie up the game. A great defensive effort from Hartford kept Ottawa from scoring for the remainder of the game. 

We would like to thank all military and first responders for joining us for our Memorial Day Weekend match. We thank you for your service today and every day, those here and abroad.

Hartford Athletic plays their next match in the second round of the U.S. Open Cup against Memphis 901 FC at Mike Rose Soccer Complex in Memphis, TN. Hartford is back at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field next Saturday, June 1 for a match against North Carolina FC at 7 PM.

STATS:

Shots: 10-10 HFD | OTT

Shots on Target: 3-1 OTT

Corner Kicks: 2-2 HFD | OTT

Fouls Committed: 14-14 HFD | OTT

Saves: 2-0 HFD

Offside: 2-1 HFD

Possession: 58-42 OTT

Passing Accuracy: 86-76 OTT

SCORING SUMMARY

OTT – Mour Samb 22'

HFD – Sebastian Dalgaard 47’

DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY

45 +1’ – Collin Martin (Yellow)

49' – Wal Fall (Yellow)

60’ – Sem De Wit (Yellow)

64’ – Chris Mannella (Yellow)

HARTFORD ATHLETIC STARTING LINEUP

Frederik Due; Raymond Lee (c), Logan Gdula, Sem de Wit, Kyle Curinga; Mads Jørgensen, Collin Martin, Harry Swartz (Alex Dixon 76’), Sebastian Dalgaard (Jonathan Brown 83’); Wojciech Wojcik (Nicky Downs 88’), Jose Angulo.

OTTAWA FURY FC STARTING LINEUP

Callum Irving; Jeremy Gagnon-Lapare, Thomas Meilleur-Giguere, Dakota Barnathan, Carl Haworth (c); Wal Fall, Charlie Ward (Nana Attakora 87’), Chris Mannella; Christiano Francois (Amar Sejdic 76’), Mour Samb, Kevin Oliveira (Aidan Daniels 90’).

Hartford Athletic ended the night on Saturday with a 1-1 draw against Ottawa Fury FC at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. 

Hartford had an energetic offensive start with some solid chances to score coming from Sebastian Dalgaard, Harry Swartz and Mads Jorgensen. Logan Gdula also hustled in the back line to make a great save on the defensive end.

Ottawa was able to put one on the board when Mour Samb was able to rebound off of a header in the box in the 22nd minute. 

Building off of the second half momentum, Hartford answers in the 47th minute with an incredible strike from Sebastian Dalgaard across the box to tie up the game. A great defensive effort from Hartford kept Ottawa from scoring for the remainder of the game. 

We would like to thank all military and first responders for joining us for our Memorial Day Weekend match. We thank you for your service today and every day, those here and abroad.

Hartford Athletic plays their next match in the second round of the U.S. Open Cup against Memphis 901 FC at Mike Rose Soccer Complex in Memphis, TN. Hartford is back at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field next Saturday, June 1 for a match against North Carolina FC at 7 PM.

STATS:

Shots: 10-10 HFD | OTT

Shots on Target: 3-1 OTT

Corner Kicks: 2-2 HFD | OTT

Fouls Committed: 14-14 HFD | OTT

Saves: 2-0 HFD

Offside: 2-1 HFD

Possession: 58-42 OTT

Passing Accuracy: 86-76 OTT

SCORING SUMMARY

OTT – Mour Samb 22′

HFD – Sebastian Dalgaard 47’

DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY

45 +1’ – Collin Martin (Yellow)

49′ – Wal Fall (Yellow)

60’ – Sem De Wit (Yellow)

64’ – Chris Mannella (Yellow)

HARTFORD ATHLETIC STARTING LINEUP

Frederik Due; Raymond Lee (c), Logan Gdula, Sem de Wit, Kyle Curinga; Mads Jørgensen, Collin Martin, Harry Swartz (Alex Dixon 76’), Sebastian Dalgaard (Jonathan Brown 83’); Wojciech Wojcik (Nicky Downs 88’), Jose Angulo.

OTTAWA FURY FC STARTING LINEUP

Callum Irving; Jeremy Gagnon-Lapare, Thomas Meilleur-Giguere, Dakota Barnathan, Carl Haworth (c); Wal Fall, Charlie Ward (Nana Attakora 87’), Chris Mannella; Christiano Francois (Amar Sejdic 76’), Mour Samb, Kevin Oliveira (Aidan Daniels 90’).

Athletic return home riding momentum of 2-match win streak

After wins last Tuesday and Sunday, Hartford Athletic is back at home Saturday night when they host Ottawa Fury FC. Military and First Responders get in free at the Box Office with a valid identification! Here's what you need to know:

HARTFORD ATHLETIC vs OTTAWA FURY FC

Date: Saturday, May 25

Time: 7:00 PM ET

Location: Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field

Streaming: ESPN+

Local TV: WCTX MyTV9

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

Lakeview Restaurant & Bar, 50 Lake St., Coventry

V's Trattoria, 280 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT 06103

SPECIAL OFFER:

In honor of Veteran's Day, Military and First Responders will receive a complimentary General Admission ticket! Any additional tickets for family members, friends, or others who may want to join you (and aren't military or first responders) can be purchased in your assigned seating section. Offer is valid for all active duty, reserved, retired, or veteran service members. Head to the Box Office with a valid service ID to claim your ticket.

LAST TIME OUT:

Hartford Athletic got their first USL Championship win with a 2-1 victory over Loudoun United on Sunday afternoon at Audi Field in Washington D.C. After a scoreless first half, Jose Angulo chipped the ball into the back of the net after a first initial save from Loudoun keeper at the 59 minute mark. After Loudoun leveled the match with a goal, Angulo answered right back, scoring in the upper 90 to put Hartford back in the lead 2-1. With great composure, Hartford continued to work the ball around for the remainder of the half and kept Loudoun from putting another one on the board.

PLAYERS TO WATCH:

Hartford Athletic – Sebastian Dalgaard, F

Dalgaard was the catalyst of much of Hartford's offense on Sunday including a beautiful move that freed him up to assist on Jose Angulo's second goal on the afternoon. Hartford, who has scored two goals in each of the last two matches, will need more of the same from Dalgaard to keep the offensive outburst going.

Ottawa Fury FC – Thomas Meilleur-Giguère, D

Meilleur-Giguère​​​​​ leads an Ottawa defense that has only conceded 7 goals on the season. He has 59 clearances on the season and has also won 36 of a possible 53 duels, as well as 23 of 35 aerial duels. Hartford will have to find a way to neutralize his impact to get on the board on Saturday.

ABOUT THE OPPONENT:

Fury FC comes to Hartford fresh off a 3-0 drubbing of Bethlehem Steel FC. Christiano François put on a show, collecting three points with one goal and two assists. He had two decisive passes and two shots on target. Fury FC is unbeaten in its last four matches, with 3 wins and 1 draw in the past month.

FOLLOW ONLINE:

Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #HFDvOTT

Athletic return home riding momentum of 2-match win streak

After wins last Tuesday and Sunday, Hartford Athletic is back at home Saturday night when they host Ottawa Fury FC. Military and First Responders get in free at the Box Office with a valid identification! Here’s what you need to know:

HARTFORD ATHLETIC vs OTTAWA FURY FC

Date: Saturday, May 25

Time: 7:00 PM ET

Location: Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field

Streaming: ESPN+

Local TV: WCTX MyTV9

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

Lakeview Restaurant & Bar, 50 Lake St., Coventry

V’s Trattoria, 280 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT 06103

SPECIAL OFFER:

In honor of Veteran’s Day, Military and First Responders will receive a complimentary General Admission ticket! Any additional tickets for family members, friends, or others who may want to join you (and aren’t military or first responders) can be purchased in your assigned seating section. Offer is valid for all active duty, reserved, retired, or veteran service members. Head to the Box Office with a valid service ID to claim your ticket.

LAST TIME OUT:

Hartford Athletic got their first USL Championship win with a 2-1 victory over Loudoun United on Sunday afternoon at Audi Field in Washington D.C. After a scoreless first half, Jose Angulo chipped the ball into the back of the net after a first initial save from Loudoun keeper at the 59 minute mark. After Loudoun leveled the match with a goal, Angulo answered right back, scoring in the upper 90 to put Hartford back in the lead 2-1. With great composure, Hartford continued to work the ball around for the remainder of the half and kept Loudoun from putting another one on the board.

PLAYERS TO WATCH:

Hartford Athletic – Sebastian Dalgaard, F

Dalgaard was the catalyst of much of Hartford’s offense on Sunday including a beautiful move that freed him up to assist on Jose Angulo’s second goal on the afternoon. Hartford, who has scored two goals in each of the last two matches, will need more of the same from Dalgaard to keep the offensive outburst going.

Ottawa Fury FC – Thomas Meilleur-Giguère, D

Meilleur-Giguère​​​​​ leads an Ottawa defense that has only conceded 7 goals on the season. He has 59 clearances on the season and has also won 36 of a possible 53 duels, as well as 23 of 35 aerial duels. Hartford will have to find a way to neutralize his impact to get on the board on Saturday.

ABOUT THE OPPONENT:

Fury FC comes to Hartford fresh off a 3-0 drubbing of Bethlehem Steel FC. Christiano François put on a show, collecting three points with one goal and two assists. He had two decisive passes and two shots on target. Fury FC is unbeaten in its last four matches, with 3 wins and 1 draw in the past month.

FOLLOW ONLINE:

Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #HFDvOTT

It's Week 2 of the Mailbag! If you want to submit a question to the mailbag, click here. Let's get to your questions:

@DamonTweet asks, "What is @Giussi92 (Giuseppe Gentile) favorite type of pizza?"

Giuseppe: My favorite type of pizza is Gluten Free Margarita. I am going to have to get down to New Haven to get some of that pizza the Supporters sing about though!

Meghan C. asks, "Do you give out tickets to special groups like group homes or nonprofits?"

We are very proud of our Community Ticket program where over the course of the 2019 season we will donate over 2,000 tickets to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Hartford and youth who may not otherwise have an opportunity to attend a match. You can read more about the program here. In honor of Memorial Day Weekend, and in recognition of all those that serve and protect, we'll be giving a free ticket to our May 25th match to all Military and First Responders. Sign up here.

@CTSoccerMike asks, "Would you rather play against 11 duck-sized horses, or 1 horse-sized duck?"

Front Office: H/T to Mike for asking the weirdest question two weeks in a row.

Coach Nielsen: I mean, this is pretty easy, I'm taking 11-on-1 rather than 11-on-11 every time. Plus I don't think ducks can kick very well with their webbed feet.

Dan J. asks, "Has there been any thought about a working arrangement with the Revolution?"

We strive for strong relationships with all the clubs in our region as we look to grow the game and provide the highest level of play for our fans. We do not currently have any formal affiliation with any MLS club. We are always in active conversations with clubs around the world (MLS or otherwise) regarding players as we look for a competitive advantage for our organization. Above all, we are, and always will be, Hartford's club and are excited to bring professional soccer to the state.

@plostrappo99 asks, "Best thing about Hartford so far?"

Coach Nielsen: The support we've seen for both our team and our sport here in Hartford has been phenomenal. Our supporters groups have created incredible environments at all 3 home matches. People in the community come up to me and tell me how excited they are about our team and soccer. Hartford is clearly a soccer city that's been ready for pro soccer for a long time, and we're happy to be a part of the group that brings it to you.

NEXT HOME MATCH:

Be sure to join us on Saturday for a special Memorial Day weekend match against Ottawa Fury FC. All Military and First Responders will receive a free ticket to the match! Visit https://sportsengine-staging.go-vip.net/hartfordathletic/mdw for more information on redeeming your ticket. Fans looking to purchase a ticket can click here.

It’s Week 2 of the Mailbag! If you want to submit a question to the mailbag, click here. Let’s get to your questions:

@DamonTweet asks, “What is @Giussi92 (Giuseppe Gentile) favorite type of pizza?”

Giuseppe: My favorite type of pizza is Gluten Free Margarita. I am going to have to get down to New Haven to get some of that pizza the Supporters sing about though!

Meghan C. asks, “Do you give out tickets to special groups like group homes or nonprofits?”

We are very proud of our Community Ticket program where over the course of the 2019 season we will donate over 2,000 tickets to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Hartford and youth who may not otherwise have an opportunity to attend a match. You can read more about the program here. In honor of Memorial Day Weekend, and in recognition of all those that serve and protect, we’ll be giving a free ticket to our May 25th match to all Military and First Responders. Sign up here.

@CTSoccerMike asks, “Would you rather play against 11 duck-sized horses, or 1 horse-sized duck?”

Front Office: H/T to Mike for asking the weirdest question two weeks in a row.

Coach Nielsen: I mean, this is pretty easy, I’m taking 11-on-1 rather than 11-on-11 every time. Plus I don’t think ducks can kick very well with their webbed feet.

Dan J. asks, “Has there been any thought about a working arrangement with the Revolution?”

We strive for strong relationships with all the clubs in our region as we look to grow the game and provide the highest level of play for our fans. We do not currently have any formal affiliation with any MLS club. We are always in active conversations with clubs around the world (MLS or otherwise) regarding players as we look for a competitive advantage for our organization. Above all, we are, and always will be, Hartford’s club and are excited to bring professional soccer to the state.

@plostrappo99 asks, “Best thing about Hartford so far?”

Coach Nielsen: The support we’ve seen for both our team and our sport here in Hartford has been phenomenal. Our supporters groups have created incredible environments at all 3 home matches. People in the community come up to me and tell me how excited they are about our team and soccer. Hartford is clearly a soccer city that’s been ready for pro soccer for a long time, and we’re happy to be a part of the group that brings it to you.

NEXT HOME MATCH:

Be sure to join us on Saturday for a special Memorial Day weekend match against Ottawa Fury FC. All Military and First Responders will receive a free ticket to the match! Visit https://sportsengine-staging.go-vip.net/hartfordathletic/mdw for more information on redeeming your ticket. Fans looking to purchase a ticket can click here.

Following a two-goal performance on Sunday afternoon against Loudoun United FC, Jose Angulo has been named to the USL Championship Team of the Week. Angulo's two goals propelled Hartford to a 2-1 victory over Loudoun. The second goal was his 50th goal in his USL Championship career making him just the 6th player in Championship history to reach that mark. He is the first Hartford Athletic player to be named to a Team of the Week.

USL Championship Team of the Week 

GK – Mason Stajduhar, Tulsa Roughnecks FC: Stajduhar recorded seven saves to earn the Roughnecks a 1-1 draw on the road against San Antonio FC. 

D – Matt Bahner, Saint Louis FC: Bahner made a crucial goal-line clearance to preserve a scoreless draw on the road in Louisville and recorded four recoveries and four clearances defensively. 

D – Ayoze, Indy Eleven: Ayoze provided the assist on Indy’s game-winning goal to cap a stellar all-around display that saw him complete 57 of 69 passes and win 10 of 14 duels defensively. 

D – Amobi Okugo, Austin Bold FC: Okugo won all 10 of his duels, recorded 11 recoveries and seven clearances and completed 28 of 35 passes in Austin’s road draw against Orange County. 

M – Andrew Tinari, Tampa Bay Rowdies: Tinari recorded one assist and had a team-high five key passes as the Rowdies defeated the Red Bulls II 2-0 at Al Lang Stadium. 

M – Seth Casiple, Reno 1868 FC: Casiple provided the assist on Reno’s late equalizer in Tacoma and recorded eight key passes and eight recoveries over the contest while completing 58 of 72 passes. 

M – Christiano Francois, Ottawa Fury FC: Francois recorded a goal and two assists as Fury FC swept to an emphatic 3-0 victory on the road against Bethlehem Steel FC. 

M – Solomon Asante, Phoenix Rising FC: Asante had a goal and assist in his return to the starting lineup as Rising FC cruised to a 4-0 win against Las Vegas Lights FC. 

F – Jerome Kiesewetter, El Paso Locomotive FC: Kiesewetter scored twice to lead El Paso to a 3-1 victory against Sacramento Republic FC, which moved the expansion side into the playoff positions. 

F – Kevaughn Frater, New Mexico United: Frater scored his second hat trick of the regular season to lead New Mexico to a 3-1 victory on the road against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. 

F – Jose Angulo, Hartford Athletic: Angulo scored a pair of goals to lead the Athletic to their first victory in the league, and individually reached 50 regular-season tallies in his Championship career. 

Bench: Trey Muse (TAC), Jerry van Ewijk (OC), Tyler Pasher (IND), Maalique Foster (RGV), Kevon Lambert (PHX), Laurence Wyke (ATL), Juan Tejada (TBR)

Following a two-goal performance on Sunday afternoon against Loudoun United FC, Jose Angulo has been named to the USL Championship Team of the Week. Angulo’s two goals propelled Hartford to a 2-1 victory over Loudoun. The second goal was his 50th goal in his USL Championship career making him just the 6th player in Championship history to reach that mark. He is the first Hartford Athletic player to be named to a Team of the Week.

USL Championship Team of the Week 

GK – Mason Stajduhar, Tulsa Roughnecks FC: Stajduhar recorded seven saves to earn the Roughnecks a 1-1 draw on the road against San Antonio FC. 

D – Matt Bahner, Saint Louis FC: Bahner made a crucial goal-line clearance to preserve a scoreless draw on the road in Louisville and recorded four recoveries and four clearances defensively. 

D – Ayoze, Indy Eleven: Ayoze provided the assist on Indy’s game-winning goal to cap a stellar all-around display that saw him complete 57 of 69 passes and win 10 of 14 duels defensively. 

D – Amobi Okugo, Austin Bold FC: Okugo won all 10 of his duels, recorded 11 recoveries and seven clearances and completed 28 of 35 passes in Austin’s road draw against Orange County. 

M – Andrew Tinari, Tampa Bay Rowdies: Tinari recorded one assist and had a team-high five key passes as the Rowdies defeated the Red Bulls II 2-0 at Al Lang Stadium. 

M – Seth Casiple, Reno 1868 FC: Casiple provided the assist on Reno’s late equalizer in Tacoma and recorded eight key passes and eight recoveries over the contest while completing 58 of 72 passes. 

M – Christiano Francois, Ottawa Fury FC: Francois recorded a goal and two assists as Fury FC swept to an emphatic 3-0 victory on the road against Bethlehem Steel FC. 

M – Solomon Asante, Phoenix Rising FC: Asante had a goal and assist in his return to the starting lineup as Rising FC cruised to a 4-0 win against Las Vegas Lights FC. 

F – Jerome Kiesewetter, El Paso Locomotive FC: Kiesewetter scored twice to lead El Paso to a 3-1 victory against Sacramento Republic FC, which moved the expansion side into the playoff positions. 

F – Kevaughn Frater, New Mexico United: Frater scored his second hat trick of the regular season to lead New Mexico to a 3-1 victory on the road against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. 

F – Jose Angulo, Hartford Athletic: Angulo scored a pair of goals to lead the Athletic to their first victory in the league, and individually reached 50 regular-season tallies in his Championship career. 

Bench: Trey Muse (TAC), Jerry van Ewijk (OC), Tyler Pasher (IND), Maalique Foster (RGV), Kevon Lambert (PHX), Laurence Wyke (ATL), Juan Tejada (TBR)

Hartford Athletic got their first USL Championship win with a 2-1 victory over Loudoun United on Sunday afternoon at Audi Field in Washington D.C.

Hartford Athletic controlled the offense in the second half with Jose Angulo in the front line. After a slow start going 0-0 into the start of the second half, Angulo chipped the ball into the back of the net after a first initial save from Loudoun keeper at the 59 minute mark. 

Loudoun made it on the board just 5 minutes later with an unlucky own goal from Hartford. 

Angulo answered right away with his 50th USL Championship regular-season goal in the upper 90 putting Hartford back in the lead 2-1. With great composure, Hartford continued to work the ball around for the remainder of the half and kept Loudoun from putting another one on the board. 

Hartford Athletic is back home at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field on Saturday, May 25 for a Memorial Day Weekend match against Ottawa Fury FC at 7 PM. All military and first responders are offered a complimentary ticket to this match — claim your ticket here.

STATS:

Shots: 12-10 HFD

Shots on Target: 6-1 HFD

Corner Kicks: 6-4 HFD

Fouls Committed: 11-10 LDN

Saves: 4-1 LDN

Offside: 6-1 HFD

Possession: 51-49 LDN

Passing Accuracy: 85-82 LDN

SCORING SUMMARY

HFD – Jose Angulo 59'

LDN – Nikolaj Lyngo 64' (Own Goal)

HFD – Jose Angulo 68'

DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY

31' – Jack Villatoro (Yellow)

88' – Milton Campos (Yellow)

90+2' – Giuseppe Gentile (Yellow)

HARTFORD ATHLETIC STARTING LINEUP

Jacob Lissek; Raymond Lee (c), Sem de Wit, Nikolaj Lyngo, Kyle Curinga; Mads Jørgensen, Collin Martin, Harry Swartz, Wojciech Wojcik (Giuseppe Gentile 80'), Sebastian Dalgaard (Jonathan Brown 70'); Jose Angulo (Ryan Williams 84').

LOUDOUN UNITED STARTING LINEUP

Earl Edwards Jr.; Peabo Doue, Jack Villatoro, Collin Verfurth, Allexon Saravia; Noah Pilato, Shinya Kadono (Milton Campos 74'), Connor Presley, Andrew Lubahn (Kyle Davis 98'); Orlando Sinclair, Kyle Murphy (c).

Hartford Athletic got their first USL Championship win with a 2-1 victory over Loudoun United on Sunday afternoon at Audi Field in Washington D.C.

Hartford Athletic controlled the offense in the second half with Jose Angulo in the front line. After a slow start going 0-0 into the start of the second half, Angulo chipped the ball into the back of the net after a first initial save from Loudoun keeper at the 59 minute mark. 

Loudoun made it on the board just 5 minutes later with an unlucky own goal from Hartford. 

Angulo answered right away with his 50th USL Championship regular-season goal in the upper 90 putting Hartford back in the lead 2-1. With great composure, Hartford continued to work the ball around for the remainder of the half and kept Loudoun from putting another one on the board. 

Hartford Athletic is back home at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field on Saturday, May 25 for a Memorial Day Weekend match against Ottawa Fury FC at 7 PM. All military and first responders are offered a complimentary ticket to this match — claim your ticket here.

STATS:

Shots: 12-10 HFD

Shots on Target: 6-1 HFD

Corner Kicks: 6-4 HFD

Fouls Committed: 11-10 LDN

Saves: 4-1 LDN

Offside: 6-1 HFD

Possession: 51-49 LDN

Passing Accuracy: 85-82 LDN

SCORING SUMMARY

HFD – Jose Angulo 59′

LDN – Nikolaj Lyngo 64′ (Own Goal)

HFD – Jose Angulo 68′

DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY

31′ – Jack Villatoro (Yellow)

88′ – Milton Campos (Yellow)

90+2′ – Giuseppe Gentile (Yellow)

HARTFORD ATHLETIC STARTING LINEUP

Jacob Lissek; Raymond Lee (c), Sem de Wit, Nikolaj Lyngo, Kyle Curinga; Mads Jørgensen, Collin Martin, Harry Swartz, Wojciech Wojcik (Giuseppe Gentile 80′), Sebastian Dalgaard (Jonathan Brown 70′); Jose Angulo (Ryan Williams 84′).

LOUDOUN UNITED STARTING LINEUP

Earl Edwards Jr.; Peabo Doue, Jack Villatoro, Collin Verfurth, Allexon Saravia; Noah Pilato, Shinya Kadono (Milton Campos 74′), Connor Presley, Andrew Lubahn (Kyle Davis 98′); Orlando Sinclair, Kyle Murphy (c).

Hartford Athletic announced that defender Logan Gdula (Norwich, CT) has been acquired on loan from FC Cincinnati. The 22-year old Wake Forest product was the 13th overall pick in the 2019 MLS SuperDraft.

He had two goals and 14 assists during his 77-game career (60 starts), starting all 21 games at right back during his senior season when he scored one goal (in a 3-2 win over No. 6 Virginia) and added five assists.

Gdula helped Wake Forest post 46 shutouts over four seasons as the Deacs finished with a 73-11-7 record, the most wins during that four-year period in Division I.

Growing up in Connecticut, Gdula played for Oakwood Academy in Glastonbury. He is expected to be available for selection on Sunday against Loudoun United FC.

Hartford Athletic announced that defender Logan Gdula (Norwich, CT) has been acquired on loan from FC Cincinnati. The 22-year old Wake Forest product was the 13th overall pick in the 2019 MLS SuperDraft.

He had two goals and 14 assists during his 77-game career (60 starts), starting all 21 games at right back during his senior season when he scored one goal (in a 3-2 win over No. 6 Virginia) and added five assists.

Gdula helped Wake Forest post 46 shutouts over four seasons as the Deacs finished with a 73-11-7 record, the most wins during that four-year period in Division I.

Growing up in Connecticut, Gdula played for Oakwood Academy in Glastonbury. He is expected to be available for selection on Sunday against Loudoun United FC.

Hartford Athletic announced today that Paul Buckle will join the Club as Technical Advisor to Chairman & CEO Bruce Mandell. 

Buckle comes to Hartford by way of Southampton FC of the Premier League. Prior to Southampton FC, Buckle served as Head Coach & Technical Director of Sacramento Republic FC for three seasons making the playoffs each year and finishing first in the Western Conference in his first full season at the helm in 2016. In his role in Hartford, Buckle will focus on soccer-related matters in partnership with the Front Office and coaching staff. 

“We are thrilled to have Paul join Hartford Athletic,” said Bruce Mandell, Chairman & CEO of Hartford Athletic. “Hartford Athletic is committed to excellence on and off the field, and Paul provides another resource for our Front Office and coaching staff as we continue to develop as an organization.” 

“Paul has great experience in the USL and in England, and I am excited to work together as we continue to build our club,” said Hartford Athletic Head Coach Jimmy Nielsen. “We had several battles over the years coaching against each other in the USL, and I look forward to now teaming up to deliver a top-class club in Hartford.” 

“It is easy to see why Hartford is such a special city and such a special opportunity," said Buckle. "With a great new stadium about to come to life, a talented staff, and an avid supporters culture that continues to grow by the match, Hartford Athletic is poised to become one of the top organizations in the USL Championship. I cannot wait to work with Bruce, Jimmy, and the whole team to help continue to build a club that competes at the highest level and makes the fans proud.” 

Hailing from England, Buckle turned pro in 1989 with over 500 appearances over the course of his playing career. Following his playing career, Buckle managed four English Football League clubs before making the move to Sacramento Republic FC as Head Coach & Technical Director of the USL Championship side for three seasons. Most recently, Buckle served as coach for the Southampton FC U23s and holds the UEFA Pro Coaching License and U.S. Pro Coaching License.

Hartford Athletic announced today that Paul Buckle will join the Club as Technical Advisor to Chairman & CEO Bruce Mandell. 

Buckle comes to Hartford by way of Southampton FC of the Premier League. Prior to Southampton FC, Buckle served as Head Coach & Technical Director of Sacramento Republic FC for three seasons making the playoffs each year and finishing first in the Western Conference in his first full season at the helm in 2016. In his role in Hartford, Buckle will focus on soccer-related matters in partnership with the Front Office and coaching staff. 

“We are thrilled to have Paul join Hartford Athletic,” said Bruce Mandell, Chairman & CEO of Hartford Athletic. “Hartford Athletic is committed to excellence on and off the field, and Paul provides another resource for our Front Office and coaching staff as we continue to develop as an organization.” 

“Paul has great experience in the USL and in England, and I am excited to work together as we continue to build our club,” said Hartford Athletic Head Coach Jimmy Nielsen. “We had several battles over the years coaching against each other in the USL, and I look forward to now teaming up to deliver a top-class club in Hartford.” 

“It is easy to see why Hartford is such a special city and such a special opportunity,” said Buckle. “With a great new stadium about to come to life, a talented staff, and an avid supporters culture that continues to grow by the match, Hartford Athletic is poised to become one of the top organizations in the USL Championship. I cannot wait to work with Bruce, Jimmy, and the whole team to help continue to build a club that competes at the highest level and makes the fans proud.” 

Hailing from England, Buckle turned pro in 1989 with over 500 appearances over the course of his playing career. Following his playing career, Buckle managed four English Football League clubs before making the move to Sacramento Republic FC as Head Coach & Technical Director of the USL Championship side for three seasons. Most recently, Buckle served as coach for the Southampton FC U23s and holds the UEFA Pro Coaching License and U.S. Pro Coaching License.