CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — Providence and DePaul played to a 2-2 draw on Saturday, with both teams unable to break through in a competitive NCAA Division I matchup. The Friars, riding a two-game winning streak, came from behind twice but couldn't secure victory on the road. DePaul, struggling at 4-12-2, salvaged a point after trailing late in the contest.
Danielle Fjeldsted gave DePaul an early advantage in the 23rd minute, assisted by Sienna Gonzales and Tessa Fagerson. Providence responded through Stephanie Schoeley at 58:22, leveling the match after halftime adjustments. The momentum shifted dramatically when Sienna Gonzales restored DePaul's lead in the 71st minute with help from Shayna da Silva, putting the home team within striking distance of a potential upset.
Schoeley equalized again for Providence in the 78th minute, this time assisted by Emma Gregorski, forcing the teams into a frantic final stretch. Both sides pressed for a winner, but neither could find the decisive goal. Providence's Isabella Kloock-Jensen was sent off early with a red card for serious foul play in the fourth minute, forcing the Friars to navigate much of the match with a numerical disadvantage.
Providence dominated possession and created more opportunities, recording 19 shot attempts compared to DePaul's seven. The Friars generated six shots on goal to the Blue Demons' five, reflecting their aggressive approach throughout the 90 minutes. Providence also earned four corner kicks versus DePaul's two