By Ibrahim Karim Bangura (Tanko)

Reports reaching this medium have revealed that the Sierra Leone left foot back; Emmanuel Samadia has made twelve appearances since joining the Hartford Athletic USL Championship side.

Meanwhile, both teams had a slow start. Hartford took control and scored first in the 20th minute. Younes Boudadi’s cross was headed by Michee Ngalina into the net, giving Hartford an early 1-0 lead.

Hartford continued to dominate and scored again before halftime. Anderson Asiedu passed to Michee Ngalina, who chipped the ball over the goalkeeper for his sixth goal of the season. Hartford led 2-0 at halftime.

The second half saw early action with yellow cards and a red card given to Renen Ribeiro, leaving Hartford with a player down. Goalkeeper Greg Monroe took Ribeiro’s place in the game, though Samadia’s performance was incredible and many clubs in Europe are presently eyeing with keen interest.

Charleston scored in the 70th minute, cutting Hartford’s lead. The match ended in a draw after Charleston scored the equalizer in the 90th minute.