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No. 22 Huskies Fall Short in Final Minutes Against Villanova
9/28/2025 12:14:00 AM | Men's Soccer
Head Coach Chris Gbandi Postgame Interview
STORRS, Conn. – No. 22 UConn men's soccer team lost to the Villanova Wildcats, 2-1 on Saturday evening in front of a sold-out crowd at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium. Villanova scored two goals in the final two minutes of the match, overturning the Husies lead in dramatic fashion. The loss moves UConn to 1-1 in BIG EAST play and 6-2-3 overall this season.
The first half began with both teams struggling to find the net despite multiple opportunities. UConn controlled much of the possession with shots favoring the Huskies, 8-6 in the first half.
UConn took the lead in the 57th minute with a goal from junior midfielder Max Gummesson, his first of the season, giving the Huskies a 1-0 advantage.
In a stunning late-game turnaround, Villanova scored two goals in the 88th and 89th minutes, snatching victory away from the Huskies just moments before the final whistle.
Up Next
UConn returns to action on Friday, October 3 as the Huskies are set to host the Creighton Bluejays at Morrone Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:00pm. TICKETS
Team Stats
Max Gummesson (1)
Assisted By: Charlie Holmes
GOAL by UConn Gummesson, Max Assist by Holmes, Charlie.
56:34
Brody Crampton (1)
Assisted By: Michael teDuits
GOAL by VU Crampton, Brody Assist by teDuits, Michael.
87:11
Lorenzo Avalos (1)
Assisted By: Gleb Bogdanov
GOAL by VU Avalos, Lorenzo Assist by Bogdanov, Gleb.
88:36
