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Bryant soccer upsets Vermont in America East semifinals penalty shootout

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 4:33 AM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Bryant soccer upsets Vermont in America East semifinals penalty shootout

Summary

No. 3 Bryant University upset No. 2 Vermont in a penalty shootout during the America East semifinals on November 11. The match, held at Virtue Field, ended regulation and overtime tied at 1-1. Jorge Rodriguez, Nacho Vila, Marcos Blasco, and Nacho Garcia scored for Bryant in the shootout, while Vermont's Halim Bangura missed the decisive kick. Vermont's David Ismail scored during regulation, converting a penalty in the 52nd minute. Bryant will now advance to face No. 4 NJIT in the America East final on November 15.

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By the Numbers

•Final score in penalty shootout was 4-3 in favor of Bryant.
•Vermont finished the season at 10-2-5.
•David Ismail scored Vermont's only goal during regulation.
•Bryant's Manuel Morillo equalized in the 61st minute.
•The America East final will take place on November 15.

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After its America East semifinal exit, the UVM men's soccer team will wait to see if it earns an automatic bid to the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
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