Maxi Urruti sparks comeback for Revolution in thrilling 3-3 draw
- Maxi Urruti scored a late goal that equalized the match at 3-3 for the New England Revolution.
- The Revolution had initially built a 2-0 lead before Sporting Kansas City managed to come back with three goals.
- This exciting draw keeps both teams competitive in their quest for better positions in the league.
In the United States, Major League Soccer matches on Saturday night saw dramatic finishes as both the New England Revolution and the Houston Dynamo played to thrilling 3-3 draws against Sporting Kansas City and the San Jose Earthquakes, respectively. The match between New England and Sporting Kansas City featured an exciting sequence of goals, with Maxi Urruti leveling the game with an 84th-minute goal. The Revolution initially took a 2-0 lead thanks to Tomás Chancalay’s early goal and an own goal from Kansas City’s Jacob Bartlett, before Kansas City fought back to take a 3-2 lead. The match reached its climax in the late stages when Urruti's timely goal ensured the teams shared the points. This was not just a significant moment for Urruti, who had not scored for two years, but also highlighted the resilient spirit of the Revolution in overcoming a strong performance from their opponents. Sporting Kansas City, despite the late equalizer, showed grit by coming back from a two-goal deficit to lead at a point during the match. The Houston Dynamo’s match mirrored that intensity. They took an early 2-0 lead against San Jose Earthquakes but saw that lead slip away thanks to two quick goals by Preston Judd. The Earthquakes went ahead 3-2 with a goal from Daniel Munie before Griffin Dorsey netted a late equalizer for Houston. Such back-and-forth scoring underscored the unpredictable nature of soccer, where fortunes can change rapidly and dramatically, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Both matches showcased not only the skill levels of individual players like Urruti and Dorsey but also the capability of teams to rally together in high-pressure situations. As the season progresses, these kinds of thrilling finishes can significantly impact team morale, positioning in the league, and ultimately, the pursuit of playoff spots. Fans and analysts alike will watch closely how these events shape the ongoing MLS season and the competitions ahead.