Late goal helps Loons salvage 1-1 draw with Salt Lake
Minnesota United managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Real Salt Lake with a late goal in stoppage time. Substitute Mauricio Gonzalez scored his first MLS goal, equalizing after the team struggled to generate offense throughout the match. The result allows the Loons to avoid consecutive losses as they head into a break before their next game in July.
- ▪Minnesota United did not register a shot on goal until the 93rd minute.
- ▪Mauricio Gonzalez scored the equalizer with a header assisted by Joaquin Pereyra.
- ▪The Loons' performance continues to be underwhelming as they prepare for a two-month break.
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