NYCFC's Thórarinsson scores in 90th for 1-1 tie with Atlanta
Posted October 20, 2021 7:00 am
ATLANTA (AP) - Gudmundur Thórarinsson scored on a free kick in the 90th minute, giving New York City FC a 1-1 tie with Atlanta United on Wednesday night.
Thórarinsson's curled a left-footed shot up and over the wall past a diving Brad Guzan.
It was the first goal for New York City (11-11-8) since a 1-1 draw on Sept. 22 against the New York Red Bulls.
Marcelino Moreno scored his ninth goal of the season in the 17th minute for Atlanta (11-9-10). Luiz Araújo stole it near midfield and dribbled down the field before finding an open Moreno on his left side for a one-touch finish.
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