Aldred scores dramatic last-kick equaliser for Brisbane Roar

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 30 Oct, 11:56 · Archive

Brisbane Roar captain Tom Aldred scored an equaliser in the 95th minute to draw 1-1 with Auckland FC at Suncorp Stadium on Friday evening. Hiroki Sakai had opened the scoring for Auckland in the 11th minute. Brisbane then spent 80 minutes pressing for an equaliser, with several efforts hitting the woodwork. Sabit Ngor hit the post in the 38th minute, and Justin Vidic rattled the crossbar in the 49th. Virgiliu Postolachi also had a close-range shot deflected over the bar in the 30th minute.

In the 95th minute, Nam Tae-Hee's corner presented a final chance. Aldred's initial header was blocked, but he pounced on the loose ball and slid the ball into the net to secure the draw. The goal sent the crowd at 'The Den' behind the goal into celebration. Brisbane had opened their A-League Men campaign with a 2-1 victory over Perth Glory before this match.

How it is being reported

• Aldred snatches dramatic ALM draw for Brisbane RoarBrisbane Roar skipper Tom Aldred has refused to allow his side to lose in their ALM clash with Auckland, netting an equaliser with the last kick of the game.Perth Now · 30 Oct, 11:35
• Aldred snatches dramatic ALM draw for Brisbane RoarBrisbane Roar skipper Tom Aldred has refused to allow his side to lose in their ALM clash with Auckland, netting an equaliser with the last kick of the game.The West Australian · 30 Oct, 11:35

In this story: Tom Aldred · Hiroki Sakai · Brisbane Roar · Auckland FC · Suncorp Stadium · Michael Woud · Nam Tae-Hee

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