NEW HAVEN, Conn. — Le Moyne and New Haven played to a 3-3 draw on Thursday evening in a back-and-forth offensive battle that saw both teams exchange goals throughout the match. The Dolphins (3-8-1) and Chargers (4-5-4) combined for six goals in a contest that showcased attacking prowess from both Northeast-10 Conference competitors, with neither team able to secure the decisive advantage despite multiple scoring opportunities.
Giuliano Michitti opened the scoring for Le Moyne in the 9th minute, assisted by Vito Kreuzpaintner, giving the visiting Dolphins an early advantage. However, New Haven responded with three consecutive goals to take control of the match. Lukian Lawro equalized for the Chargers in the 49th minute with an assist from Andres Lazo, then Andrew Buchanan put New Haven ahead in the 55th minute, also assisted by Lazo. The home team extended its lead when Joao Pires scored in the 85th minute with an assist from Donghyeon You, giving New Haven a 3-1 advantage late in the contest. Le Moyne refused to surrender, however, with Felix Ludemann scoring in the 71st minute assisted by Kreuzpaintner, and Francesco Pagano completing the comeback with the equalizer in the 88th minute, assisted by Antonino Pagano.
The first half saw Le Moyne dominate possession and create multiple scoring chances. Michitti's early breakthrough set the tone for an aggressive approach from the Dolphins, who generated several shot attempts throughout the opening 45 minutes. Bryce Koagel, Cameron Stuart, and Rhys Allport all tested New Haven's defense with shots that either missed or were blocked. The Chargers, meanwhile, struggled to generate consistent offensive rhythm in the first half, with Ryan Kipness and Lorenzo Garbarino unable to create clear-cut opportunities. Le Moyne's attacking intent was evident through their corner kick opportunities, earning two corners in the opening half while New Haven earned none, reflecting the Dolphins' territorial advantage.
The second half proved dramatically different, with New Haven emerging with renewed intensity. The Chargers' substitutions at halftime—bringing off Guilherme Meira, Joao Pires, and Donghyeon You—appeared to spark a tactical shift that yielded immediate results. Lukian Lawro's 49th-minute equalizer shifted momentum decisively toward the home team, and Andrew Buchanan's 55th-minute goal gave New Haven genuine control of the match. Le Moyne responded with Felix Ludemann's 71st-minute goal, but New Haven appeared to have secured the victory when Joao Pires scored in the 85th minute. Francesco Pagano's dramatic 88th-minute equalizer, however, denied the Chargers victory and forced a draw.
Le Moyne outshot New Haven 16-12 overall, with 10 shots on goal compared to New Haven's 3. The Chargers dominated corner kicks 11-2, reflecting their territorial control in the second half. New Haven recorded 7 saves while Le Moyne made 0 saves. Yellow cards were issued to Valerio Del Mastro in the 63rd minute and Marc Jourdain in the 89th minute, both for unsporting conduct.
Vito Kreuzpaintner proved instrumental for Le Moyne, providing two assists on the Dolphins' three goals. Felix Ludemann and Francesco Pagano each scored crucial goals in the second-half comeback. For New Haven, Andres Lazo provided two assists, while Lukian Lawro and Andrew Buchanan converted their opportunities early in the second half.
The draw leaves Le Moyne seeking consistency as they prepare to face Stonehill on October 26 at 1 p.m. New Haven, meanwhile, travels to face Maryland on October 27 at 7 p.m., looking to build on their improved second-half performance.