Late Mihailovic equaliser sees Fire hold SKC at Soldier Field

A late equaliser from substitute Djordje Mihailovic saw Chicago Fire hold Sporting Kansas City in their league clash at Soldier Field. Mihailovic, a second half replacement for German Fabian Herbers, scored deep into stoppage time following a mistake from onrushing Sporting goalkeeper Timothy Melia, who made a hash of his attempt to get to a long ball into the box, and allowed Mihailovic an easy finish.

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Union seal playoff spot after drawing with DC

Philadelphia Union sealed their Cup playoff spot after drawing 2-2 away against DC United at Audi Field. The visitors were trailing 2-1 when a long-range rocket from defender Mark McKenzie (his first ever goal for Union) gave them an 87th minute equaliser. Given the terrible season DC have had, the draw probably felt like a loss for Philly, but they have now booked a spot for themselves in the playoffs for the third season in succession.

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