Tom Aldred's 95th-minute goal earns Roar a point against Auckland
Tom Aldred scored in the 95th minute to secure a 1-1 draw for Brisbane Roar, denying Auckland FC a three-point haul.
Auckland FC struck first, with Hiroki Sakai opening the scoring in the 11th minute. Brisbane Roar threw themselves forward relentlessly over the next 80 minutes, hitting the post and bar multiple times, but could not find the equaliser.
The home side's frustration mounted as finishing faltered and Auckland's defence scrambled desperately. With the final corner of the match in the 95th minute, Tom Aldred refused to let his side lose.
His first header was blocked, but he pounced on the loose ball, weaving a second attempt through a mass of bodies to spark wild celebration. The Roar skipper told broadcasters it "almost feels like a win".
- 95th
- Aldred's goal minute
- Hiroki Sakai
- First-half opener
- 1-1
- Final score
- Roar skipper
- Aldred's position
Why it mattersA late equaliser can shift momentum for a team fighting for points, turning a demoralising loss into a platform for recovery.
AustraliaBrisbane Roar's draw keeps them in contention in the A-League Men competition, crucial for their push up the ladder.
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