Hartford Athletic remain undefeated in Jägermeister Cup after 2-2 draw
Hartford Athletic played Detroit City FC to a 2-2 draw in both team’s third game of the USL Jägermeister Cup. The Michigan side earned an extra point in the tournament standings after winning a penalty kick shootout 3-2.
Less than 90 seconds into the game, Hartford netted the first goal of the match. Emmanuel Samadia made a run down the sideline and put a cross into the box. Waiting at the front post, Mamadou Dieng jumped to get his head on the end of it and flick the ball back towards the PK spot. Sebastian Anderson was there to receive it, controlling the ball and carefully placing it into the bottom left corner to put the Boys in Green on the scoreboard. It’s Anderson’s first goal in Green and Blue.
Detroit leveled the score at one after they were awarded a corner kick in the 16th minute. As the ball came across the goal, Alassane Ates Diouf headed it back the way it came. Matthew Sheldon was at the post ready to head the ball into the back of the net.
In the 22nd minute, Antony Siaha made a spectacular save to ensure Detroit City didn’t pull ahead. Darren Smith received a long ball just outside of Hartford’s 18-yard box. He fired off a shot but TJ Presthus got a foot in front of it to block Smith’s attempt. The rebound fell to Diouf who laid it off to Jeciel Cedeño. His left footed shot was headed for the upper 90, but Siaha propelled his 6’5” frame into the air to make a diving save.
Hartford pulled ahead once again in the 28th minute. Jonathan Jiménez received the ball near midfield and charged towards goal, beating two Detroit players. He played the ball to Michee Ngalina who took a touch then slotted the ball perfectly into the bottom right corner with his left foot.
In the 72nd minute, Sebastian Anderson was fouled near the sideline, giving the Green & Blue a dangerous free kick opportunity. Samuel Careaga lofted the ball into the danger zone, where Joe Farrell rose above his defenders to get a head on the end of it. Detroit GK Carlos Herrera’s diving save hit the post and bounced back into the scrum but was quickly cleared by a DCFC defender.
With just stoppage time left in the match, Detroit netted another to tie up the score. The away team was awarded a free kick just outside the corner of the 18-yard box, which Sheldon converted to complete his brace.
The score remained tied until the end of regulation time. As this was a USL Jägermeister Cup match, the game continued to penalty kicks in order to determine who would receive an extra point in the standings.
Detroit scored three of their attempts, with Siaha making two crucial saves, while the Boys in Green scored two, giving DCFC the extra point.
Hartford Athletic is back at home on Wednesday, July 16 at 7:30 PM when they take on the Tampa Bay Rowdies. Tickets are available here.
Fast stats
| HARTFORD | DETROIT | |
|---|---|---|
| Shots | 9 | 20 |
| Shots On Target | 4 | 4 |
| Corners | 3 | 8 |
| Fouls | 21 | 13 |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Possession | 48.4 | 51.6 |
| Passing Accuracy | 76.3% | 79.1% |
| Saves | 2 | 2 |
Scoring summary
| HARTFORD | DETROIT |
|---|---|
| 2′ – Sebastian Anderson | 16′ – Matthew Sheldon (Alassane Ates Diouf) |
| 29′ – Michee Ngalina (Jonathan Jiménez Vargas) | 90′ – Matthew Sheldon |
Penalty kicks
| HARTFORD | DETROIT |
|---|---|
| X | X |
| X | X |
| O | O |
| O | O |
| X | O |
Disciplinary summary
| HARTFORD | DETROIT |
|---|---|
| 54′ – Jonathan Jiménez Vargas (Yellow) | 27′ – Devon Amoo-Mensah (Yellow) |
| 74′ – Beverly Makangila (Yellow) | 52′ – Ryan Williams (Yellow) |
| 77′ – Antony Siaha (Yellow) | 68′ – Stephen Carroll (Yellow) |
| 90′ – Bench (Yellow) | 90+6′ – Haruki Yamazaki (Yellow) |
| 90+4′ – Adewale Obalola (Yellow) |
Lineups
| HARTFORD | DETROIT |
|---|---|
| 77 (GK) Antony Siaha | 21 (GK) Carlos Herrera |
| 2 (DF) Sebastian Anderson | 30 (DF) Devon Amoo-Mensah (Alexander Villanueva, 46′) |
| 22 (DF) TJ Presthus | 12 (DF) Michael Bryant |
| 4 (DF) Jordan Scarlett (C) | 4 (DF) Shane Wiedt |
| 15 (DF) Joe Farrell | 5 (DF) Stephen Carroll |
| 19 (DF) Emmanuel Samadia | 39 (MF) Ryan Williams |
| 10 (MF) Samuel Careaga (Arturo Diz Pe, 78′) | 8 (MF) Abdoulaye Diop (Haruki Yamazaki, 64′) |
| 94 (MF) Marlon Hairston (Beverly Makangila, 64′) | 10 (MF) Jeciel Cedeño Benavides (Sebastian Guenzatti, 72′) |
| 17 (MF) Jonathan Jiménez Vargas (Adewale Obalola, 64′) | 32 (MF) Alassane Ates Diouf |
| 9 (FW) Mamadou Dieng | 13 (MF) Matthew Sheldon |
| 11 (FW) Michee Ngalina | 7 (FW) Darren Smith (Connor Rutz, 64′) |
Share your Hartford Athletic experiences with us by using #findingconnecticut on Instagram
Click here for the full home schedule for Hartford Athletic
Click here for the latest news for the Hartford Athletic
Click here for the latest news in Hartford
Click here for the upcoming events in Hartford
Click here for the latest news in Hartford County
Click here for the upcoming events in Hartford County
Click here for Hartford Merch
#theartfordlife • 860 Hartford • I Clover Hartford • I’d rather be in Hartford • I Really Really Miss Hartford • Just a kid from Hartford • Hartord Coordinates
Click here for Hartford County Merch
Don’t miss
• New ‘Red, White & Blue’ and ‘Connecticut Flag’ collections highlight local pride
• Bushnell adds second date for PlayStation™ The Concert
• Capital Classics sets full 2025 Shakespeare Festival lineup With Twelfth Night, King Lear
••••••• Message center – Connecticut savings and messages from our sponsors •••••••
Patriotic shirts for every Connecticut town
From the quiet corners of Litchfield County to the shoreline streets of New London, we’re bringing hometown pride and American spirit together. Our patriotic shirts are custom-designed for every town in Connecticut—so you can celebrate where you’re from and the red, white, and blue. Perfect for parades, backyard BBQs, or just repping your roots with pride.
Because in Connecticut, every town has a story—and every story deserves stars and stripes.
As of 6/15 – Shirts will be finished by the end of the week – mugs and tote bags to follow.
Fairfield County
Bridgeport • Stamford • Norwalk • Danbury • Greenwich • Fairfield • Stratford • Shelton • Trumbull • Newtown • Westport • Ridgefield • Darien • New Canaan • Bethel • Monroe • Wilton • Brookfield • New Fairfield • Weston • Redding • Easton • Sherman
New Haven County
New Haven • Waterbury • Meriden • Hamden • West Haven • East Haven • Milford • Naugatuck • Cheshire • Branford • North Haven • Guilford • Southbury • Ansonia • Madison • Derby • Prospect • Middlebury • Beacon Falls • Bethany • Wallingford • Seymour • Wolcott • Orange • Oxford • Woodbridge
Hartford County
Hartford • West Hartford • East Hartford • New Britain • Bristol • Manchester • Southington • Enfield • Glastonbury • Newington • Windsor • South Windsor • Wethersfield • Farmington • Simsbury • Bloomfield • Rocky Hill • Berlin • Avon • Plainville • Windsor Locks • Granby • East Windsor • Canton • Burlington • Marlborough • Hartland • East Granby • Suffield •
Litchfield County
New Milford • Torrington • Watertown • Plymouth • Winchester • Woodbury • Litchfield • New Hartford • Harwinton • Salisbury • Washington • Barkhamsted • Bethlehem • Goshen • North Canaan • Sharon • Roxbury • Morris • Bridgewater • Norfolk • Cornwall • Colebrook • Warren • Canaan • Kent
Middlesex County
Middletown • Old Saybrook • Portland • East Haddam • Haddam • Durham • Westbrook • Essex • Killingworth • Deep River • Middlefield • Chester • East Hampton • Cromwell • Clinton
New London County
Norwich • Groton • New London • Waterford • East Lyme • Stonington • Montville • Griswold • Old Lyme • Lebanon • North Stonington • Preston • Salem • Lisbon • Sprague • Voluntown • Bozrah • Lyme • Franklin • Mystic • Colchester • Ledyard
Tolland County
Vernon • Mansfield • Ellington • Coventry • Stafford • Somers • Hebron • Willington • Columbia • Bolton • Andover • Tolland • Union
Windham County
Windham • Killingly • Thompson • Putnam • Brooklyn • Woodstock • Canterbury • Pomfret • Ashford • Sterling • Chaplin • Hampton • Eastford • Scotland
Don’t miss our popular collections 203 • Two o’ Three • 860 • Eight Six O’ • I Really Really Miss Connecticut • Just a kid from Connecticut • Love & Live • Connecticut Fall
Save 10% on all products with promo code Post10. Always free shipping
Farmington Polo Club
The Farmington Polo Club is set to offer a vibrant lineup of events this June, blending competitive polo with festive themes and family-friendly activities.
July 5, 2025 – Independence Cup
July 12, 2025 – $1500 July Jackpot
July 19, 2025 – Mashomack vs Farmington
July 26, 2025 – Argentina vs USA
Click here to purchase tickets
Gourmet Cookies
Indulge in Keksi gourmet cookies, featuring classic flavors such as chocolate chip and snickerdoodle, as well as new monthly creations. Made with the highest quality ingredients, each bite is a delicious treat. Perfect for any cookie lover!
Movie showtimes at Prospector Theater
Looking to see a movie. Click here for showtimes
Save on CBD!
My name is Jillian, and I am the editor here at Finding Connecticut. When I came across New England Hemp Farm a few years ago, I had recently had my ankle fused. New England Hemp Farm’s Sports Relief Rub and 500 MG Full Spectrum CBD Oil have helped with everyday and weather pain.
Finding quality products that can improve your day-to-day life can be tough, but with New England Hemp Farm, getting a good night’s sleep or relieving your pain and anxiety has never been easier. Plus, using our code Findingconnecticut35, you’ll save 35% on your first purchase. And don’t forget, returning customers can use code Findingconnecticut20 to save 20% on orders. Let us help you find relief and savings with New England Hemp Farm.
Products we use here at Finding Connecticut include Sports Relief Rub • 500 MG Full Spectrum CBD Oil • Pet Drops • Pet Treats
Let’s create with Victory Designs
Need help with your creative needs? Our team has 20+ years of experience with Adobe, Shopify, and WordPress, and we offer affordable graphic design and web services. Let Victory Designs assist you with bringing your ideas to life.
Connecticut business owners:
Are you a local business owner in Connecticut looking to boost your visibility and reach more customers? Look no further! Our platform provides a unique opportunity to showcase your business to an engaged audience of people who love and live in Connecticut. By partnering with us, you can reach potential customers who are actively seeking things to do, places to dine, and local merchants and service providers to support. Don’t miss out on this chance to grow your business and connect with the local community!
Connecticut with us!
Stay informed with daily news directly in your inbox! Our service is completely free, and we guarantee your privacy – your email and information will never be shared, traded, or sold.
Stay connected with us on social media
Facebook • Instagram • Threads • Tiktok • X • Newsbreak • Bluesky
Join our Reddit community
Share your Connecticut experiences with us by using #findingconnecticut on Instagram
Click here to return to Finding Connecticut’s home page
Don’t miss our reviews
Concert reviews • Restaurant reviews • Family restaurant reviews
Looking for the latest news by region, topic, and events
Latest news by region
Fairfield County • Hartford County • Litchfield County • Middlesex County • New Haven County • New London County• Tolland County • Windham County
Latest sports news by team
Hartford Wolf Pack • Hartford Yard Goats • Connecticut Sun • Norwich Sea Unicorns •
2025 schedules
Hartford Wolf Pack • Hartford Yard Goats • Connecticut Sun • Norwich Sea Unicorns • Farmington Polo Club
Events by region
Fairfield County • Hartford County • Litchfield County • New Haven County • New London County • Middlesex County • Tolland County • Windham County
Events by Interest
Art • Sports • Family Friendly • History • Concerts • Farmers’ Markets
Events by the month
June 2025 • July 2025 • August 2025 • September 2025 • October 2025 • November 2025 • December 2025
Events by venue
College Street Music Hall • Space Ballroom • Westville Music Bowl • District Music Hall • Fairfield Theatre Company • Hartford Stage • The Bushnell • Goodspeed Opera House • Mohegan Sun • Foxwoods • New York Comedy Club Stamford • Westport Country Playhouse • Goodspeed Opera House