TEANECK, N.J. – The FDU Knights (3-1-3, 0-0) took on the Villanova Wildcats (0-3-3, 0-0) resulting in a 2-2 draw.
After a scoreless first half, Villanova took a 1-0 lead in the 66th minute.
Senior forward,
Kevin Leonhard, then made the biggest impact of the match for FDU. The Jefferson, New Jersey product scored his first goal to level the game just over two minutes after Nova's first goal. Leonhard continued his stellar night with his second goal of the night to give the Knights a 2-1 lead in the 77th minute.
Eric Dlabal recorded an assist on both goals, while
Alex Ferenac and
Matt Giraldo picked up one each.
Despite the high energy from the Knights offense, Villanova found an equalizer in the 86th minute.
The Burgundy and Blue netted goals in both of their shots on net, while Villanova totaled nine shots on goal in the match.
Spencer King finished the night with seven saves, one of which was within the final ten seconds to preserve the draw.
"Tonight was a learning experience for our guys," said head coach
Jaymee Highcock. "We are disappointed to not have come away with the victory after leading the game with only three minutes left. However, on reflection we can take some positives from the tied result against a Big East opponent. We will get back onto the training field and make sure things are addressed for Tuesday evenings game against Drexel."
WHAT'S NEXT
The Knights will return to the pitch on Tuesday, September 17 when they face Drexel at University Stadium in Teaneck, N.J. Kick-off is set for 7 p.m. and you can stream all the action on NEC Front Row.
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