FC Cincinnati saw their Supporters Shield hopes take a major hit Sunday evening after Orlando City rescued a late draw at the death at TQL Stadium.
Pat Noonan’s side came into the affair needing three points to keep in touching distance with league leaders Philadelphia Union, and they nearly got just that.
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A lone Kévin Denkey seemed enough for the hosts to hold on a wrap up a much-needed victory in front of a boisterous crowd, but disaster struck deep into stoppage-time.
USMNT starlet Alex Freeman popped up with a superb header to stun the home crowd and rescue a point for the visitors.
The two dropped points sees Cincinnati slide to four points behind league and conference leaders Philadelphia.
However, with six more points on offer, anything can happen at the top of the table.
