AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB NEW YORK FALLS TO NEW HAVEN UNITED FC IN NORTH ATLANTIC CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH

The Fighting Tomcats are beaten 5-4 on penalty kicks after a 2-2 draw through regulation and extra time

 
(West Haven, Connecticut July 12th, 2026) – American Soccer Club New York’s season has come to an end following a loss to New Haven United FC in the North Atlantic Conference Championship Match at Kathy Zolad Stadium on the campus of the University of New Haven.
After a 2-2 draw through 90 minutes of regulation and 30 minutes of extra time, the Fighting Tomcats were beaten 5-4 in the penalty kick shootout.
“Tonight’s match was a true culmination of the character and culture of this team,” said Fighting Tomcats Head Coach John Fitzgerald. “The boys never quite nor lost faith in what they could possibly do, even after trailing by a goal and then playing a man down for a good amount of time.”
American Soccer Club NY played a man down after Lucas Nicolaou was given a red card in the 62nd minute.
Jose Mejia scored the first goal of the match for the Fighting Tomcats scoring the equalizing tally in the 21st minute off of a pass from Leo Pinto. Duvan Sanchez gave American Soccer Club NY a 2-1 lead in the fourth minute of stoppage time, but New Haven United FC would level the game in the ninth minute of stoppage time.
In the penalty kick shootout, Duvan Sanchez, Luke Kirilenko, Tommy Wagner, and Matthais Adamek all scored for the Fighting Tomcats. Ezequiel Palomeque’s penalty kick in the fifth shootout round was saved.
“The determination in this squad is inspiring, along with the talent each player brings with then,” said Fitzgerald. “Credit to New Haven for staying in the fight as well. The match had all one could want in a final…drama, quality play, emotional roller coaster, and excitement. I am tremendously proud of my players and coaching staff.”
The Fighting Tomcats enjoyed a very successful 2026 National Premier Soccer League season with a regular season record of 4-2-4 and a playoff berth for the first time in team history in just their second season. American Soccer Club NY earned the first postseason win in team history with Wednesday night’s 3-1 win over the New York Shockers in the North Atlantic Conference Semifinal Match.
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About American Soccer Club-New York

Founded in 2024, the American Soccer Club-New York (ASC NY), known as the “Fighting Tomcats,” are a Long Island-Metro NY team, competing in the National Premier Soccer League. The club’s identity pays tribute to the region’s aviation heritage through the iconic Grumman F-14 Tomcat. ASC NY is committed to developing local talent and signed 16-year-old Dylan Lopez in its inaugural 2025 season. The Club’s focus is on engaging the community and elevating Long Island as the epicenter for American soccer development. The organization played its home matches at Hofstra University’s Captains Field in 2025 and has already made its mark with early competitive success, US Open Cup qualification and charitable partnerships, and a strong focus on youth development and regional pride.

For more information about American soccer Club- New York, please Contact ASCNY.

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