News Summary
The Providence College men’s soccer team faced a tough loss against Harvard University with a final score of 2-0. Despite a spirited effort and multiple scoring opportunities, the Friars could not capitalize, marking their record at 2-3-0. Harvard took an early lead with goals from Tim Langenbahn and Dylan Tellado. Providence outshot Harvard but struggled with finishing. The team is set to face Bryant University next as they aim to regain momentum.
Providence, R.I. – Providence College Men’s Soccer Suffers Defeat to Harvard
The Providence College men’s soccer team faced a tough loss against Harvard University on Friday, September 5, 2025, with a final score of 2-0 during a match held at Chapey Field at Anderson Stadium in Providence, Rhode Island. This defeat marked a setback for the Friars, bringing their season record to 2 wins and 3 losses (2-3-0), while Harvard improved their record to 1 win and 1 loss (1-1-0).
Match Summary
Harvard took an early lead in the 22nd minute when Tim Langenbahn netted a goal, assisted by Phoenix Wooten. Just four minutes later, in the 25th minute, Dylan Tellado extended Harvard’s advantage to 2-0, receiving assists from Ben Kelly and Xavier Tanyi.
Providence displayed resilience throughout the match, creating numerous scoring opportunities. The team earned six corner kicks in the first half, a reflection of their offensive efforts. Ian Abbey was notably active, recording five shots in the first half, with three of them on target. Overall, Providence outshot Harvard 18 to 10, including a slight edge with 7 shots on goal compared to Harvard’s 6.
Despite the numerous attempts to score, Providence was unable to find the back of the net. The Friars finished the match with a total of 12 corner kicks, marking the highest count for a single game in the current season.
Goalkeeping Performance
In goal for Providence, Ryan Carney made four saves but allowed two goals during the match. On the opposing end, Harvard’s goalkeeper, Lucian Wood, delivered an impressive performance with 7 saves and maintained a clean sheet.
Discipline and Fouls
Both teams displayed a competitive spirit, resulting in a total of 8 fouls committed by each side throughout the match.
Next Steps for Providence
Looking ahead, the Friars are set to challenge Bryant University on Saturday, September 13, 2025, with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 PM at home. Providence will aim to regroup and bounce back from their recent defeat as they seek to improve their season record in front of their home crowd.
Season Context
This recent match against Harvard has highlighted some of the ongoing challenges for Providence as they navigate through the early stages of the season. After a strong start with two wins, the defeat against Harvard signifies the need for the Friars to recalibrate and reinforce their strategies going forward. The match against Bryant presents an opportunity for the team to leverage their home advantage and regain momentum. With the competitive nature of collegiate soccer, consistent performance and effective teamwork will be crucial for Providence moving into the latter part of the season.
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Additional Resources
- Providence College: Men’s Soccer Falls to Harvard
- Harvard Athletics: Goals from Langenbahn, Tellado Power Men’s Soccer Past Providence
- Providence College: Men’s Soccer Defeats Rhode Island
- Wikipedia: Men’s Soccer
- Google Search: collegiate soccer
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